Trauma and Medication

This course will explore trauma-informed care, types and uses of psychotropic medications, and the role of the resource parent.

Learning Objectives:

(1) Understand the significance of brain development in children and youth. 

(2) Understand the effects that trauma has on children and youth in out-of-home placements.

(3) Recognize medical treatments for children and youth in out-of-home placements.

(4) Clarify the role that resource parents have in providing medical care for children and youth in their care.