Understanding Challenging Behaviours Through a Trauma Lens

Many challenging behaviours in early childhood settings reflect children's responses to stress, adversity, or trauma. This guide presents trauma-informed approaches to behaviour support, emphasizing understanding, connection, and regulation over punishment and exclusion.

Contents

• Understanding Adverse Childhood Experiences
• Trauma's Impact on Behaviour
• Creating Safety and Predictability
• Regulation Before Reason
• Teacher Self-Care
• Building Resilience
• Working with Families