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Traumatised Children's Perspectives on Their Lived Experience: A Review
Wai Tong Chien1, Chi Tung Lau1
1The Nethersole School of Nursing, Faculty of Medicine, The Chinese University of Hong Kong, Shatin, New Territories, Hong Kong SAR, China.
Behavioral Sciences (Basel, Switzerland)
|February 25, 2023
Summary
Traumatized children experience daily life problems, negative responses, and stress, but also develop coping strategies and resilience. Understanding their perspectives is crucial for effective caregiver training and timely interventions.
Area of Science:
- Child Psychology
- Trauma Studies
- Qualitative Research
Background:
- Childhood trauma exposure is common, encompassing natural disasters, accidents, and abuse.
- Understanding traumatized children's perspectives is vital for tailored interventions and support.
Purpose of the Study:
- To systematically review qualitative research on traumatized children's perspectives.
- To identify key themes regarding their experiences, needs, and coping mechanisms.
Main Methods:
- Searched four major health databases for English full-text qualitative studies over 11 years.
- Utilized the PRISMA checklist to ensure a rigorous review process.
- Synthesized findings from 19 identified qualitative studies.
Main Results:
- Identified five key themes: daily life challenges, negative trauma responses, perceived health needs, coping strategies, and post-traumatic growth.
- Children's perspectives encompass a range of emotional, behavioral, and social impacts of trauma.
- Findings highlight specific health needs and adaptive strategies employed by children.
Conclusions:
- This review provides essential evidence on traumatized children's responses and needs, informing caregiver training.
- Early identification and timely intervention are critical for supporting children affected by trauma.
- Further research is recommended to compare responses across different trauma types and demographics.
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