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In Philadelphia, healing trauma is intense, difficult work: Pathways to Peace

Brie Zeltner

June 07, 2016 |

Cleveland.com (The Plain Dealer) |

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Response Location: United States, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Healing trauma has never been an easy process but programs like Healing Hurt People help to promote recovery in traumatized, angry young men. This program, in partnership with local medical services, aims to provide therapy in place of violence, which would only cause more trauma down the road. Those who stick with the program have found great success in overcoming their pasts.

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Schools work to aid children of domestic violence

Krista M. Torralva

April 23, 2016 |

Corpus Christi Caller Times |

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Response Location: United States, Brockton, Massachusetts

Massachusetts’ Brockton Public School district has trained the entire staff at three elementary schools to recognize signs of trauma in children. Inspired by the book, “Helping Traumatized Children Learn,” by Eliana Gil, the district’s initiative has now inspired another text and has spread to school districts around the world. Core to the initiative is trying to work more proactively toward social emotional health.

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To improve lifelong health, Memphis tries rooting out childhood trauma

Sarah Varney

April 20, 2016 |

PBS NewsHour |

Broadcast TV News |

5-15 Minutes

Response Location: United States, Memphis, Tennessee

Childhood trauma such as abuse, neighborhood violence or the death of a parent has been found to lead to dire health and social problems later in life. How can communities intervene to spare future generations the same pain and illness? Special correspondent Sarah Varney reports in collaboration with Kaiser Health News on how the city of Memphis, Tennessee, is tackling the problem.

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School-Based Arrests Down At CPS Schools

Susie An

April 18, 2016 |

WBEZ |

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Response Location: United States, Chicago, Illinois

A decrease in arrests in Chicago public schools is a result of the district moving away from a zero-tolerance policy for discipline and acting in favor of more instructional intervention. This approach has allowed for kids experiencing trauma and lashing out to receive better care and direction than is provided by punitive action.

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Walking Together for Health and Spirit

David Bornstein

April 05, 2016 |

The New York Times |

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Response Location: United States, Princeton, New Jersey

A network of women, most of whom are African-American, are re-defining the health benefits of walking; more than just exercise and weight loss, they find joy and self-confidence when they organize in groups.

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Grow for Vets

Haley Rivet

April 01, 2016 |

OR Magazine |

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Response Location: United States, Portland, Oregon

Veterans using prescription drugs to treat PTSD are now turning to cannabis as an alternative treatment, as it can often cause fewer side effects. Grow for Vets is an organization that helps veterans obtain marijuana free of charge.

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What Changes When a School Embraces Mindfulness?

Katrina Schwartz

March 30, 2016 |

KQED |

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Response Location: United States, Portland, Oregon

Child trauma is a delicate issue to tackle. Taking the time to practice mindfulness, every day, several times a day, has made a big difference at a school trying to overcome trauma.

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Communities step up for kids' mental health

Katherine Lymn

March 17, 2016 |

The Post Crescent |

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Response Location: United States, Oshkosh, Wisconsin

After shortages of mental health options for kids and untold grief, counties in Wisconsin have responded with new kinds of support for at-risk youth. Wisconsin communities have increased access with reduced wait time, and have used horse therapy, support groups, charity golf that raises awareness, school-group therapy, as well as mobile live chat sessions, among others.

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Counseling a text away for troubled teens

Sharon Roznik

March 17, 2016 |

The Post Crescent |

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Response Location: United States, Kaukana, Wisconsin

Rural Wisconsin has a shortage of mental health resources for youth. Supported by private grants and public funds, Wisconsin's statewide hotline offers counseling via text. The hotline was founded on the belief that young people may be more open to discuss their problems over text than through in-person conversations.

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Suicide reveals missed opportunities, parents say

Liz Welter

March 17, 2016 |

The Post Crescent |

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Response Location: United States, Menasha, Wisconsin

Wisconsin’s teen suicide rate and affiliated mental health concerns have increased, challenging school systems to maintain the quality of life for students. The Wisconsin Department of Public Instruction has launched a Mental Health Project that allocates funds to different counties to focus on crisis, suicide, violence, and substance abuse prevention in schools. PATH is one successful program from this initiative—with cost-saving measures, increased student productivity, and improved quality of life.

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