Trauma-informed care or services are characterized by an understanding that problematic behaviors may need to be treated as a result of the ACEs or other traumatic experiences someone has had, as opposed to addressing them as simply willful or punishable actions.
Trauma-informed individuals and systems are responsive to the unique needs of individuals and communities.
Eliminating disparities in trauma services requires culturally responsive approaches in order to:
- Reduce barriers
- Overcome stigma
- Address social adversities
- Strengthen families
- Encourage positive ethnic identity
