Lunchtime Learning - April
with Dr. Juanita Cleaver Simmons
aired April 23, 2025
Topic Discussed:
TRAUMA AND DELINQUENCY: An Overview of Basic Connections
This session is an overview of current research surrounding the connections between trauma and delinquency. Although trauma is a spontaneous protective mechanism used by the body to stop or thwart further (or future) damage, trauma is often manifested in delinquent behavior for youths whose trauma is untreated. Three major sources of trauma, known to be common to youth, will be explored. Physical and emotional effects of trauma will be discussed. Sources shared for available research.