Citation

Painter K, Scannapieco M. J. Evid. Based Soc. Work (2004) 2013; 10(4): 276-284.

Affiliation

a School of Sociology and Social Work, Texas Woman's University , Denton , Texas , USA.

Copyright

(Copyright © 2013, Informa - Taylor and Francis Group)

DOI

10.1080/10911359.2011.566468

PMID

23879352

Abstract

Childhood trauma due to physical abuse, neglect, or sexual abuse is a serious problem in the United States. Trauma can result in disruption or injury to the developing brain and lead to neurodevelopmental deficits that affect a child's functioning and can result in lifelong problems. Research has provided insight into how early childhood maltreatment affects brain development. This article examines the research on trauma, its effects on the brain, and evidence-based interventions. An overview of normal brain functioning and posttraumatic stress disorder is presented. Implications for social work practice with children who have experienced child maltreatment are discussed.

Language: en