This session is designed to cover the basics of childhood trauma and the impacts on wellbeing. No prior knowledge is needed to attend this session. Anyone working with students and clients in schools, youth or care settings are encouraged to attend.

In this 90 minute session Megan Corcoran will draw on theory, research and her professional experience to provide the following:

• Definitions and misconceptions of trauma

• Childhood development and complex trauma

• The brain, the nervous system and dysregulation

• Trauma-informed strategies to support the wellbeing of students and clients

• Q&A

*Content Warning: This session will include examples of childhood trauma. Attendee discretion is advised.