Trauma permeates America's families, and no one is immune to its impact. Natural disasters, community and institutional violence, adverse childhood experiences-these events impact the developing brains and bodies of our youth. This book for parents combines the research on adverse childhood experiences and other traumatic events, positive psychology, and resilience to provide parents with specific tools to help their trauma-impacted children move from surviving to thriving. Presented in an easy-to-read, conversational style, "Healing the Heart" uses evidence-based strategies, inspirational stories, and role-playing scenarios to provide parents with the information and tools needed to heal the negative impact of traumatic events"--Provided by publisher.