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Julie Avery1, Heather Morris1, Annemarie Jones2
1Health and Social Care Unit, School of Public Health and Preventive Medicine, Monash University, Melbourne, Vic Australia.
Journal of Child & Adolescent Trauma
|August 12, 2022
Summary
The Reframing Learning and Teaching Environments (ReLATE) approach improved staff understanding of trauma, leading to positive changes in behavior management and school climate in Australian primary schools.
Area of Science:
- Educational Psychology
- School Administration
- Trauma-Informed Care
Background:
- Trauma-responsive education is crucial for student well-being and academic success.
- Implementing school-wide approaches requires understanding staff perceptions and attitudes.
- Previous interventions have shown varied success in integrating trauma-informed practices.
Purpose of the Study:
- To investigate staff perceptions and attitudes towards the ReLATE trauma-responsive school-wide approach.
- To evaluate the impact of the ReLATE intervention on educator attitudes and practices.
- To identify factors influencing the successful uptake of trauma-responsive education.
Main Methods:
- Qualitative interviews with school leaders, teachers, and support staff across three primary schools.
- Quantitative evaluation of educator attitudes using the ARTIC-ED Scale before and after the intervention.
- Ecological analysis of qualitative data guided by SAMHSA and TLPI frameworks.
Main Results:
- Significant positive shifts in staff attitudes and practices towards trauma-responsive education were observed.
- Increased trauma knowledge positively influenced perceptions of student behavior and management strategies.
- Leadership, school climate, and program fit were key factors in the successful implementation of ReLATE.
Conclusions:
- The ReLATE approach effectively promotes trauma-responsive practices in primary schools.
- Leadership and a tailored, collaborative approach are essential for successful implementation.
- Further professional learning and attention to school-specific needs are vital for sustained change.
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