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Community Violence Can Lead to Child Trauma
Source: Illinois Child Trauma Coalition
Whether at home, in school, in your neighborhood or even across the nation, community violence can cause trauma for children. Research from the U.S. Department of Justice shows that up to 60% of children in the U.S. have been exposed to community violence and almost 40% of American children were direct victims of two or more violent acts. Children equate community violence with danger, making them feel insecure, frightened and out of control. This web resource provides videos, lists of symptoms of childhood trauma, and tips on how parents can help their children.
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