Childhood vs. Adult Trauma

July 11, 2023

Learn the differences between childhood and adult trauma and the symptoms of childhood trauma.

Watch this video to learn:

• How childhood and adult trauma differ
• How trauma affects kids differently based on their brain development
• The symptoms of childhood trauma
• How kids can internalize trauma

Trigger warnings: childhood trauma

Childhood vs. Adult Trauma Resource List:

• Trauma: Teaching kids all about trauma
• Trauma 101
• Window of Tolerance
• Unhelpful Thinking Styles
• Emotional Thermometer

Dr. Anitra Warrior is an American Indian Child Psychologist and owner of Morningstar Counseling. She supports the healthy development and mental well-being of children and families and has provided clinical services to children and families throughout the state of Nebraska for the past 15 years.