The Original Wound of Childhood and Its Lifelong Impact Childhood is often perceived as a time of innocence, wonder, and exploration. However, beneath the surface of these seemingly carefree years lies a concept known as the “original wound.” This term

The Power of Resilience: Nurturing Survivors of Childhood Trauma Childhood is meant to be a time of innocence, exploration, and growth. However, for many individuals, childhood is marred by traumatic experiences that leave lasting scars. Childhood trauma can encompass various

Derek Clark is a motivational speaker, author, and advocate who is known for his inspirational talks on childhood trauma, adverse childhood experiences (ACEs), and trauma-informed care. He has a unique personal story that fuels his passion for helping others overcome

Childhood trauma can have profound and lasting impacts on both children and adults. While the effects can vary depending on the individual and the specific traumatic experiences, here are ten ways in which childhood trauma can damage individuals: **Emotional Regulation:**

Foster care and childhood trauma can have profound and lasting effects on an individual’s physical, emotional, and psychological well-being. These experiences can shape a person’s development and influence their behaviors, relationships, and mental health throughout their life. Here are some

Have you ever heard the adage that 90 percent of the brain is developed by age 5? When you think about all the academic schooling and high-level engagement you receive after this age, this may seem like it’s a bit

From Foster Care to Success! Derek Clark is an inspiring Keynote Speaker on Childhood Trauma, Foster Care, Child Welfare and ACE’s Derek Clark is an inspiring conference keynote speaker on childhood trauma, ACEs, child welfare and foster care. If you

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Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and Crime You may have read about the school-to-prison pipeline which discusses how education and public safety policies push students into the criminal legal system through “zero-tolerance” disciplinary policies. Yet, before some of these students even

Motivational Speaker Derek Clark: Childhood Trauma, ACEs, Survivor, Resilience, Redemption and Victor Over His Past!    No — not that type of “Survivor.” I didn’t play a reality TV game for 39 days on an island to outplay, outwit, and

How the 4 Stages of an Inner Child Affect an Adult Who May Have Experienced Childhood Trauma In psychology, an inner child is a person’s childlike aspect. It includes all of what a person learned as a child before puberty

Childhood Trauma: Your Wounded Inner Child from ACEs (Adverse Childhood Experiences)   Your “inner child” is part of your subconscious that has been picking up messages way before it was able to fully process what was going on (both emotionally