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How to Protect Your Child From the Effects of Toxic Stress
When children experience hard moments over time, like harsh language, a painful loss, or natural disaster, they can have a tough time bouncing back. Toxic stress can build up in their bodies and make it hard for them to learn new things or even fight off illnesses. The good news is that parents can protect their children from toxic stress.
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Toxic Stress: Break the CycleWhen traumatic things happen to us as kids we can develop something doctors call Toxic Stress. It’s where stress builds up and has physical and mental effects on our body. Even worse, it can make it harder to nurture our own kids, sometimes repeating this cycle of trauma. By recognizing what's going on and taking steps to treat toxic stress, you can break the cycle for yourself and for your kids, so they grow up to be successful, healthy and strong.
How to Protect Your Child From the Effects of Toxic StressWhen children experience hard moments over time, like harsh language, a painful loss, or natural disaster, they can have a tough time bouncing back. Toxic stress can build up in their bodies and make it hard for them to learn new things or even fight off illnesses. The good news is that parents can protect their children from toxic stress.
A Pediatrician Describes How Toxic Stress Can Impact ChildrenThere’s an issue affecting many children that pediatricians can’t solve alone: toxic stress. Children may experience toxic stress in response to very difficult situations, like the loss of a loved one or long-term exposure to harsh language. If toxic stress builds up in their bodies, it can affect their health. Learn more about the steps that parents can take to protect their children from toxic stress.
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