This is the second of three webinars presented by Dr. Dawne Clark of the Early Years Physical Literacy Research Team to provide an overview of selected modules from the online Child and Youth Brain Development course. These materials are shared with permission from The Alberta Family Wellness Initiative.

Overview

• Toxic Stress affects the developing brain
• Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACE)  can cause physical and mental concerns throughout life
• Recognizing stress in young children using a colour zone model
• Using patterned, predictable and consistent care to reduce stress for children in centre playrooms

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