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Obj. 5.02 Child Dev.
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Adverse childhood experiences (ACEs) | Stressful or traumatic events that happen before age 18 and can affect a person later in life |
| Cortisol | A stress hormone that helps the body respond to stress |
| Emotional abuse | Hurting a child’s feelings by scaring, insulting, ignoring, or isolating them over time |
| Household dysfunction | Problems in the home like divorce, substance abuse, illness, or instability |
| Neglect | Not meeting a child’s basic needs like food, clothing, safety, or care |
| Physical abuse | Intentionally hurting someone’s body |
| Resiliency | The ability to recover or bounce back from difficult situations |
| Toxic stress | Long-term stress that can harm the body and brain |
| Trauma | A strong emotional response to a very upsetting or scary event |
| Trauma-informed care | Helping people by understanding their past trauma and responding with support instead of punishment |