The 6 principles that underpin trauma-informed care
This 3-minute video provides a brief overview on the six principles that guide implementation of a trauma-informed care approach to your work.
Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Acute Stress Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Complex PTSD
This guideline provides recommendations on the best interventions for children, adolescents, and adults who have been exposed to potentially traumatic events.
Child and adolescent trauma screen
The Child and Adolescent Trauma Screen (CATS) questionnaire is a brief, freely accessible screening instrument based on the DSM-5 criteria for Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD).
CRANA+ Responding to disaster
This video provides a detailed overview on how to respond to trauma, following natural disaster events.
Dealing with Trauma: a guide for young people who have experienced trauma
This guide is a companion document to the Australian Guidelines for the Prevention and Treatment of Acute Stress Disorder, Posttraumatic Stress Disorder and Complex Posttraumatic Stress Disorder.
Evidence-based treatment for an adult after a traumatic event: a guide for GPs
This quick reference guide outlines an evidence-based treatment protocol for an adult after a traumatic event.
Indicators of distress in children following disasters – when to refer to specialist mental health services
This factsheet outlines the impacts of disasters on children, effective treatment approaches and the importance of supporting patents and caregivers.
Treating post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD): a guide to psychological treatments
This patient guide outlines recommendations for evidence-based treatments for PTSD.
Harry and the Storm: a story for children who have experienced trauma
This patient resource helps explain to children the impacts of disasters in a way that is easy for them to understand.
Managing trauma-related mental health disorders and physical comorbidities
This 10-minute video describes the relationship between trauma-related mental health illnesses and common physical comorbidities.