There has been a great deal of research and discussion in recent decades about the impact of trauma on children and the ways in which support can be provided to children who have experienced trauma. However, many of the studies and resources currently available do not fully consider the extent to which neurodivergent children and children with disabilities both experience trauma differently from neurotypical and non-disabled children and often require different types and levels of support following trauma.
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Halloween is a fun-filled time for kids and adults alike! Here are some simple ways to make sure this year’s trick-or-treating outing stays safe.
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Professionals in the field of victim services often have conversations among their peers and with community members about solutions for preventing domestic violence from happening. Working with adult survivors of domestic violence and those who use violence reveals something clear: Many of them experienced abuse, neglect, or witnessed violence as children. It is apparent that abuse can happen on a generational cycle.
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Schools will be providing youth with information on internet safety, but that conversation should be supplemented and reinforced at home too!
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CornerHouse Children’s Advocacy Center announces, with deep appreciation, the departure of two esteemed board members, John Marti and Karin Keitel, who have served tirelessly on the board of directors for the past nine years.
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As a Child Advocacy Center, CornerHouse is dedicated to serving the needs of children and families affected by abuse, maltreatment and violence, but what happens when a child grows up before disclosing?
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Since 1983, the month of April has been declared National Child Abuse Prevention Month. At CornerHouse, our work every day is dedicated to serving children, vulnerable adults and families who may have experienced abuse or neglect. Therefore, we are asking you to prepare for April’s National Child Abuse Prevention Month! So, why is it so important to bring awareness to this event?
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Please welcome Christy Shannon, our new Chief Executive Officer!
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Please help us to commemorate the 20th anniversary of National Stalking Awareness Month this January and the inaugural Stalking Awareness Day of Action January 18th, 2024 by learning more about the true criminality of stalking and the devastating impact it has on victims.
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Although some stress and anxiety may be manageable for our children, we do want to be on the lookout for times that we notice our little kids with BIG emotions and our big kids with BIG emotions. Children and adolescents do experience stress and may need some support through change, transitions, and new experiences.
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As a parent, caregiver or a trusted adult in a child’s life, it is our responsibility to provide information that children and adolescents need. That sometimes includes information and conversations that may seem scary or uncomfortable.
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CornerHouse has 2 bills proposed during this legislative session which will help us expand our infrastructure and programming to serve more children. We need your help to get these passed!
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We know that many children have been exposed to or witnessed violence in person or technology (on-line, TV or social media). We also know that children may overhear adults discussing gun violence, school shootings and other types of violence. This can cause fear and anxiety for children of all ages including adolescents. Youth who feel unsafe may start to show symptoms of stress.
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As a parent, one of our most primal fears is that of not being able to find our child. According to the National Center for Missing and Exploited Children “stranger” abductions are very rare: 1% of all cases of missing children involve a stranger that “takes” a child.
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CornerHouse, a Minneapolis child abuse organization, implements abuse prevention programming amidst record demand for services
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In honor of Women’s History Month, CornerHouse is highlighting some incredible women who have pioneered our field. First up is the incomparable Anne Lukas Miller!
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CornerHouse has 2 bills proposed during this legislative session which will help us expand our infrastructure and programming to serve more children. We need your help to get these passed!
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