Childhood Trauma and Family Connection

In pediatrics, we often meet families during their most vulnerable moments such as illness, transition, fear and change. While pediatricians are trained to diagnose and manage disease, some of the most powerful interventions we offer don't come in a prescription bottle. They are found in the relationships we help build, strengthen and protect. In this episode, we're exploring how trauma, attachment and the family system are key to understanding patients. Benjamin Perks works for the U nited Nations in New York on human rights and child development and protection. He is a senior fellow at the Jubilee Centre at the University of Birmingham in the UK and an associate member of the department of social policy and innovation at the university of oxford. He is also the author of the book titled " Trauma Proof ." Susan Caso is a licensed therapist, speaker and author. She serves as a board member and advisory for The Liv Project. She is the author of the book " The Parent-Teen Connection: How to Build Lifelong Family Relationships . " Some highlights from this episode include: What's driving disconnection between parents and teens How trauma shows up in family relationships How emotional safety in the home acts as a form of prevention Trauma-informed shifts providers can make to improve trust and engagement For more information on Children's Colorado, visit: childrenscolorado.org .

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Childhood Trauma and Family Connection is an episode from Charting Pediatrics by Jessie Cohen.

This episode is 35:11 long.

This episode was published on Feb 24, 2026.

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