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Support teens through ongoing impacts of traumatic events

By ReachOut Accredited

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About this service

It can be confusing and challenging to recognise if a traumatic event is still affecting your teen, especially if they aren’t talking about it or the signs aren’t what you expected. Find out what signs to look out for and how you can continue to support your teen’s healing journey.

This service may help:

  • Develop parenting confidence
  • Grow your capacity to support your young person
  • Manage the effects of traumatic events in your family

Service for

Parents
Carers (family, friends, professional carers)

Cost

Free

Age group

26 to 69 years

Availability

24/7

Duration

1 day or One-off service

Engagement

Self-guided
Guidelines
This piece was written in collaboration with registered Family and Relationship therapist Chana Anthony.