PTSD among children and adolescents presents a major health challenge with global impact.

In the US alone, 40% of children and adolescents will experience a traumatic event each year.  PTSD will affect up to 7 million of these youths.

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Measurement Changes Lives

Our Measures, Technology and Training are designed to facilitate reliable assessment and guide treatment choice, reduce the cost of care, and improve measurable outcomes.

Tools & Measures

Assessment and measurement is key in treating affected children and adolescents.

In order to ensure comprehensive trauma-focused care, the Care Process Model for Trauma was developed as a clinical decision-making tool.

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Accurate Screening And Assessment

 

Screening makes sure that no child is overlooked and all are given needed access to care.

Assessment is the gateway to planning and providing appropriate care.

Measuring progress and outcome ensures the highest quality of care.

The UCLA PTSD Index provides for a comprehensive picture of trauma exposure and children’s distress.

BHI measures are used across child serving systems – mental health, pediatrics, schools, child welfare, juvenile justice, disaster recovery programs.

Accurate Screening And Assessment

Screening makes sure that no child is overlooked and all are given needed access to care.

Assessment is the gateway to planning and providing appropriate care.

Measuring progress and outcome ensures the highest quality of care.

The UCLA PTSD Index provides for a comprehensive picture of trauma exposure and children’s distress.

BHI measures are used across child serving systems – mental health, pediatrics, schools, child welfare, juvenile justice, disaster recovery programs.