Traumatic events in childhood might include, for example, being involved in an accident or natural disaster. Or they could include experiences of abuse and neglect or witnessing violence. Things that are frightening or traumatising for an adult are likely to be even more traumatising for a child. This is because the young child’s limited experience of the world and their developmental stage means they are not yet fully able to understand what’s happening to them or why. This site details trauma signs and strategies to support young people and their families.