Making a Difference in the Lives of Students (GSCA 2023 Annual Conference)

November 1–3, 2023

Augusta, Georgia

Addressing Trauma Among K-12 Students: Strategies from a Social Justice Framework

Wednesday, November 1, 2023 at 1:45 PM–2:45 PM EDT

Lamar C

Target Audience

Secondary

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Appropriate for All Counselors

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General Counseling

Abstract

Many k-12 students experience trauma prior to entering kindergarten. A variety of experiences ranging from domestic violence and abuse to natural disasters and racism can lead to symptoms of trauma. This session will focus on understanding symptoms of childhood trauma and its impacts on the academic, social/emotional, and career development of students. School counselor strategies and interventions for addressing trauma from within a social justice framework will be explored.