Evaluation of the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention

Evaluation of the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention

The purpose of this study is to determine the efficacy of the Child and Family Traumatic Stress Intervention (CFTSI) in preventing the development of Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD) when implemented within 30 days of a potentially traumatic event.

Inclusion Criteria:

• Youth exposed to a potentially traumatic event within the last 30 days who have one new symptom on the Posttraumatic Checklist (PCL)

Exclusion Criteria:

• Already receiving mental health treatment
• Autism or Developmental Disability
• Diagnosed with psychosis or bipolar disorder
• Non-english speaking