Many Children who have experienced trauma can’t focus well, as they have been rewired to simply survive.
The following article was written several years ago for the Emotional Literacy News but it is still as applicable today as it was then.
Kay Terapolsi. She is a mother, an artist, a friend, and my Arabic tutor. I knew that over the years she had made many craft items with her children in helping them become acquainted with her homeland.
In 2017, I was asked by the American Affiliate of the International Association for the Child’s Right to Play (IPA) to write an article for one of their journals on play.
In 1948 it became clear that Palestinians who had fled to the Gaza area during the fighting leading to the establishment of the State of Israel were not planning to shelter in the Gaza Strip for a long time. They kept their house keys with them so they could go home at any time.
“….fast-spreading wildfires, which caused devastation on the island of Maui and destroyed most of the historic town of Lahaina. Hawaii
Forced dislocation profoundly affects the psychological well-being of children, as they grapple with the loss of their homes, familiar surroundings, and personal identities
“Understanding the Differences: Refugee vs. Immigrant Experiences”, Beryl presents the distinction between refugees and immigrants, particularly in the context of helping refugee children.
Working with refugee children can be a rewarding experience as you begin to help with the healing process. Learning ways to be with refugee children that help in their healing process is key to their success
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Disasters can strike at any time, leaving victims in their wake, and unfortunately, children are often the most affected. Helping Children After a Disaster becomes an immediate priority.
