Search research articles

ABOUT JoVE

Overview Leadership Blog JoVE Help Center

AUTHORS

Publishing Process Editorial Board Scope & Policies Peer Review FAQ Submit

LIBRARIANS

Testimonials Subscriptions Access Resources Library Advisory Board FAQ

RESEARCH

JoVE Journal Methods Collections JoVE Encyclopedia of Experiments Archive

EDUCATION

JoVE Core JoVE Business JoVE Science Education JoVE Lab Manual Faculty Resource Center Faculty Site

Terms & Conditions of Use

Related Concept Videos

Elements Crucial for Effective Psychotherapy

Elements Crucial for Effective Psychotherapy

Research has highlighted several critical factors that influence the effectiveness of psychotherapy, such as the therapeutic alliance, the therapist, and the client.
The Therapeutic Alliance
The therapeutic alliance refers to the relationship between the therapist and the client. The alliance strengthens when the therapist and the client engage in a nurturing, supportive, trusting, empathetic, and respectful relationship, improving therapeutic outcomes. Therapists must monitor this relationship...

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Post-traumatic Stress Disorder

Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) is a psychiatric condition that arises following exposure to traumatic events such as natural disasters, forced displacement, or severe accidents. It significantly impairs individuals' ability to cope with daily activities and disrupts their emotional and psychological equilibrium.
Symptoms and Behavioral Manifestations
A spectrum of distressing symptoms characterizes PTSD. Recurrent flashbacks, where individuals involuntarily relive traumatic events,...

Community Based Intervention

Community Based Intervention

Community-based interventions in mental health represent a paradigm shift from institution-centered care to treatments embedded within the fabric of local communities. By prioritizing inclusion and leveraging existing societal structures, this approach fosters a supportive environment conducive to addressing mental health challenges while promoting individual dignity and agency.
Foundations of Community Mental Health Programs
Central to the success of community-based interventions is the...

Family Therapy

Family Therapy

Family therapy conceptualizes psychological challenges as arising from dysfunctional interactions within the family unit, rather than as isolated issues within individuals. This approach seeks to address and transform the patterns of communication, roles, and relationships within families to promote healthier dynamics and emotional well-being for all members.
Strategic Family Therapy
Strategic family therapy emphasizes resolving communication barriers and improving problem-solving abilities...

Treatment Strategies for Psychological Disorders

Treatment Strategies for Psychological Disorders

Treatment approaches for psychological disorders fall into three main categories: psychological, biological, and sociocultural. Each approach targets different aspects of mental health, requiring varying levels of education and training.
Psychological therapies focus on modifying emotions, thoughts, and behaviors through talking, interpreting, listening, rewarding, challenging, and modeling. Clinical psychologists, counselors, and social workers commonly practice psychotherapy. Clinical...

You might also read

Related Articles

Articles linked to this work by shared authors, journal, and citation graph.

Sort by

Same author

Victimization Among Children With Disabilities: A Meta-Analysis.

Trauma, violence & abuse·2025

Same author

Prevalence and Correlates of the Family Polyvictimization: An Updated Meta-Analysis.

Trauma, violence & abuse·2025

Same author

Socio-Demographic, Health, and Social Factors Associated With Corporal Punishment: Results of a Territory-Wide Population-Based Survey in Hong Kong.

Journal of interpersonal violence·2025

Same author

Early Identification of Multiple Victims in a Family: Family-Based Computation of Prevalence.

Journal of interpersonal violence·2025

Same author

Associations Between Different Types of Child Victimization and Gaming Disorder in Children and Adolescents: A Meta-Analysis.

Trauma, violence & abuse·2025

Same author

Trauma-Informed Care in Residential Care for Children At-Risk: Preliminary Evidence of Effectiveness.

Journal of interpersonal violence·2025

Search research articles

Related Experiment Video

Updated: Jan 17, 2026

Simultaneous Application of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation during Virtual Reality Exposure

Simultaneous Application of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation during Virtual Reality Exposure

Published on: January 18, 2021

Effectiveness of Trauma-Informed Care Programs: A Meta-Analysis.

Shaolingyun Guo¹, Qiqi Chen¹, Ko Ling Chan¹

¹The Hong Kong Polytechnic University, Hong Kong.

Trauma, Violence & Abuse

|September 25, 2025

Summary

This summary is machine-generated.

Trauma-informed care (TIC) programs significantly improve trauma knowledge and skills for both providers and recipients. These interventions are most effective in clinical settings, benefiting mental health outcomes and supporting care recipients.

Keywords:

effectiveness intervention meta-analysis randomized control trial trauma-informed treatment

More Related Videos

Controlled Cortical Impact Model for Traumatic Brain Injury

Controlled Cortical Impact Model for Traumatic Brain Injury

Published on: August 5, 2014

Development and Implementation of a Multi-Disciplinary Technology Enhanced Care Pathway for Youth and Adults with Concussion

Development and Implementation of a Multi-Disciplinary Technology Enhanced Care Pathway for Youth and Adults with Concussion

Published on: January 20, 2019

Related Experiment Videos

Last Updated: Jan 17, 2026

Simultaneous Application of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation during Virtual Reality Exposure

Simultaneous Application of Transcranial Direct Current Stimulation during Virtual Reality Exposure

Published on: January 18, 2021

Controlled Cortical Impact Model for Traumatic Brain Injury

Controlled Cortical Impact Model for Traumatic Brain Injury

Published on: August 5, 2014

Development and Implementation of a Multi-Disciplinary Technology Enhanced Care Pathway for Youth and Adults with Concussion

Development and Implementation of a Multi-Disciplinary Technology Enhanced Care Pathway for Youth and Adults with Concussion

Published on: January 20, 2019

Area of Science:

Public Health
Psychology
Social Sciences

Background:

Trauma exposure leads to adverse physical, mental, developmental, and behavioral outcomes.
Trauma-informed care (TIC) is increasingly adopted across service systems to mitigate trauma's impact.
Existing literature highlights the need to evaluate TIC program effectiveness and identify optimal strategies.

Purpose of the Study:

To evaluate the effectiveness of trauma-informed care (TIC) programs in diverse service systems.
To identify effective program targets, settings, and components for TIC interventions.
To synthesize evidence from randomized controlled trials (RCTs) on TIC program outcomes.

Main Methods:

A comprehensive literature search was conducted using electronic databases.
Included randomized controlled trials (RCTs) published up to July 2024.
A meta-synthesis approach was used to analyze data from 13 RCT studies.

Main Results:

TIC programs demonstrated significant effectiveness, with effect sizes of 0.72 for provider-focused and 1.03 for recipient-focused interventions.
Subgroup analyses indicated greater effectiveness in clinical settings, for mental health outcomes, and when targeting service recipients.
Child-focused programs showed potential, but require further research for younger populations.

Conclusions:

Trauma-informed care (TIC) interventions are highly effective in enhancing trauma-related knowledge, skills, and awareness.
Widespread adoption of TIC approaches is recommended to improve outcomes for diverse populations, especially in clinical settings.
Further research is needed to refine TIC interventions for specific age groups, such as children.