Anxiety, the Brain, and the Classroom:
The ABCs of a Trauma-Informed Approach

This condensed session includes the most significant components of a trauma-informed classroom approach. Fundamental change occurs when educators understand how anxiety and trauma can impact learning and the effect this has on the brain.

YOU WILL LEARN:

• The prevalence of mental health and trauma in schools
• The impact of anxiety and trauma on the brain
• How anxiety presents in the classroom
• The effect of hyperarousal on learning
• The role and impact of executive functions on behavior
• Practical strategies and tools to apply a trauma-informed approach in classrooms