So far we have identified what trauma and ACEs are, along with their prevalence and impact, we are going to dig into the effects that trauma has on development. If you haven't checked out these posts yet, please do. They will provide a good ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & VolunteersIn this series, we are going to talk about two areas of the brain: downstairs and upstairs (Siegel & Bryson, 2011). If you haven't already checked out “Brain Architecture-Upstairs/Downstairs Brain” https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=dk1Nt-xnSGI. ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & VolunteersIn this post we are going to discuss how biology, body and beliefs are impacted by trauma. If you haven't checked out previous blogs about trauma, and ACEs. Make sure to read Impact of Trauma on Development: Brain and Brain Continued before ... READ MORE
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Brain architecture can be a hard thing to understand, especially when looking at emotional regulation. A great way to never forget the basics of brain architecture is using what Dan Siegel calls the “Hand Model of the Brain”. Let's walk ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, CampNow that we have covered the definition and types of trauma, we need to discuss adverse childhood experiences (ACEs). If you've missed the discussion about trauma, you can find it here What is Trauma?. Adverse childhood experiences, ACEs, ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & VolunteersThe Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (2014) defines trauma as “an Event, series of events or set of circumstances that is Experienced by an individual as physically or emotionally harmful or life threatening and that ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Clubs & Volunteers
The 4-H community is delighted to introduce, Truong "Tran, a fresh addition to our staff, whose passion for public speaking, marine conservation, and special needs advocacy is bound to bring a unique perspective to the organization. Despite ... READ MORE
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November 2023 Updates 4-H County Council met on November 9th. Here is what was discussed: CAPE Tree Planting at the MGV Plant Sale was successful. Four pollinator trees have been planted around the office. Parent’s Night Out was ... READ MORE
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Attention, UF/IFAS 4-H'ers! The UF/IFAS Honey Bee Research and Extension Laboratory (UF HBREL) is currently accepting submissions in response to the 2023 American Beekeeping Federation Foundation 4-H competition call for entries. Since national ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Camp, Clubs & Volunteers, Crops, Curriculum, Pests & Disease, UF/IFAS, UF/IFAS Extension
Come join Brevard County 4-H for our annual 4-H Fair & Market Poultry Auction on Friday, March 31st, and Saturday, April 1st at the UF/IFAS Extension Brevard County office in Cocoa! This event is free and open to the public, so be sure ... READ MORE
Category: 4-H & Youth, Agribusiness, Agriculture, Clubs & Volunteers, Livestock