AIMS
To be able to provide effective care for young people who have experienced trauma and / or have
attachment disorders.
LEARNING OUTCOMES
By the end of this course, you will
- Understand the long-lasting effects of childhood trauma
- Be aware of the different forms of Attachment Disorders
- Recognise how trauma can lead to other mental health issues
- Be aware of the legislation which underpins the care of young people
- Know how Attachment Disorders are treated
- Understand how to support young people in your care with attachment disorders
- Understand how to document care effectively
- Know what to do in the event of an incident
- Recognise your responsibilities and the responsibilities of others
LESSONS AND TOPICS
Trauma
- What is Trauma?
- Early Childhood Trauma
- Signs of Trauma
Legislations
- Mental Health Act 1983
- Human Rights Act 1998
- Equality Act 2010
- Children and Young Persons Act 2008
- Children Act 1989
Attachment
- What is an Attachment Disorder?
- Secure Attachment
- Ambivalent Attachment Disorder
- Avoidant Attachment Disorder
- Disorganised Attachment Disorder
Other Mental Health Disorders
- Depression and Anxiety
- ODD and CD
- ADHD
- Eating Disorders
Support Strategies
- Playing with Young People
- Being There
- Approach
- Emotional Support
- Physical Contact
Documentation and Reporting
- Care Plans
- RAMP
- Accurate Records
- Safeguarding
- Reporting Incidents
Treatment and Therapy
- Cognitive Behavioural Therapy
- Dialectical Behavioural Therapy
- Interpersonal Therapy
- Mindfulness-based Therapies
- Psychodynamic Therapy
- Group therapy
- Emotion-Focused Therapy
- Family Therapy
Responsibilities
- Local Authority
- Parents and Guardians
- Care homes
- Carers
- OFSTED and CQC
