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Effects of trauma-informed approaches in schools: A systematic review

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Abstract

This review sought to examine the effects of trauma‐informed schools on trauma symptoms/mental health, academic performance, behavior, and socioemotional functioning. The rresearchers sought the most rigorous studies (experimental and quasi-experimental designs). No studies met these inclusion criteria.

Citation

  • Maynard, B. R., Farina, A., Dell, N. A., & Kelly, M. S. (2019). Effects of trauma‐informed approaches in schools: A systematic review. Campbell Systematic Reviews, 15(1-2), e1018.
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Relevant Evidence Summaries

The evidence was reviewed and included in the following summaries: 

Do trauma-informed school practices lead to improved mental health and academic outcomes in children?

Strong evidence indicates that trauma-informed school practices hold significant promise for enhancing children’s well-being and academic success. Research on trauma-informed school practices has expanded greatly in the past five years, with the publication of 15 systematic reviews included in this summary. Eleven of these reviews found positive outcomes, including reduced trauma symptoms, better behavior, and […]

About this study

AGE: Multiple Age Groups

DIRECTION OF EVIDENCE: No evidence about impact

FULL TEXT AVAILABILITY: Free

HOST COUNTRY: Multiple countries

INTERVENTION DURATION: NA

POPULATION: Other

STRENGTH OF EVIDENCE: No evidence about impact

TYPE OF STUDY: Systematic review

YEAR PUBLISHED: 2019

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