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Webinar: Transforming Childhood Trauma Using Mind-Body Skills
CATEGORY: News Updates | DATE: July 29, 2018
A mind-body medicine webinar presented by Toni Bankston, LCSW, BACS This webinar was presented on July 26, 2018. About the Webinar Childhood Trauma is currently understood as a public health concern which is known to have far-reaching impacts on physical...
Read MoreThings to remember if you are abused
CATEGORY: Caregivers, Survivors | DATE: January 14, 2018
There are some important things to remember if you are abused. It’s Your Body No one has the right to touch you. You can say No. Abuse Is Never Your Fault Even if you don’t say no, it is NEVER...
Read MoreSigns sometimes shown by abused children
CATEGORY: Caregivers | DATE: January 14, 2018
Children who have been abused often show many different types of signs and symptoms. Children may regress to earlier developmental periods and show other changes that are out of the ordinary for them. Here are just a few of the...
Read MoreInformational Links
CATEGORY: Professionals | DATE: January 14, 2018
The websites listed below provides valuable information regarding child sexual abuse and neglect. National Children’s Alliance– Empowering local communities to serve child victims of abuse.National Children’s Advocacy Center - https://www.nationalcac.org/ Department of Children & Family Services– Building a stronger Louisiana. CASA-...
Read MoreWhat happens during an investigation?
CATEGORY: Caregivers, Professionals | DATE: January 12, 2018
Following are the basic steps to an investigation of child sexual abuse. Someone reports suspicion of abuse to authorities, either law enforcement or the Department of Children and Family Services (DCFS).Interviews with the child are conducted, usually at the The...
Read MoreWhat is Abuse?
CATEGORY: Caregivers | DATE: April 14, 2017
Child Abuse and Neglect (as defined by law) According to the Louisiana Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting Law, La.R.S.14:403, states that any person who, under Children’s Code Article 609 (A) (Mandatory Reporters), is required to report the abuse or neglect...
Read MoreHow Caregivers Sometimes Feel When Abuse Has Been Reported
CATEGORY: Caregivers | DATE: April 13, 2017
When abuse is reported, parents or caregivers sometimes feel as if they are on a roller coaster of emotions. This is normal. The report can affect your life in many ways, and it takes time to adjust. The following are...
Read MoreHope is Here!
CATEGORY: News Updates | DATE: April 19, 2016
This brief video takes the viewer inside the day-to-day forensic and healing activities of the Baton Rouge Children's Advocacy Center where children are provided comprehensive services in the aftermath of violent crime.
Read MoreMindful Psychiatry
CATEGORY: News Updates | DATE: April 7, 2016
Didn't have a chance to catch our Executive Director, Toni live on air? Well visit the link below & listen in as she discusses child trauma & our role here at The CAC! WHOLE BODY MENTAL HEALTH RADIO: Aired: Monday,...
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