Psychology’s Jane Timmons-Mitchell says supportive parenting can help children recover from trauma

Bet on Yourself: 40 Years of Child Psychology, Grit, and Raising a Resilient Kid with ADHD

The Academic Boardroom: Jane Timmons-Mitchell, an associate clinical professor of psychology at the CWRU School of Medicine, emphasized resilience, saying most children exposed to trauma can recover without lengthy therapy. She advocates supportive parenting, “whatever it takes” approaches and gatekeeper training, while warning of social media risks and encouraging parents to remain calm and patient.