Matthew Carwana
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The impact of essential supports to prevent child maltreatment during a pandemic
The stress and social distancing related to the COVID-19 pandemic have been associated with mental health challenges for parents and increased violence against children. Extended time at home may have led to behavioural challenges in children. And when parents experience social isolation and adverse mental health, including post-traumatic stress symptoms, there’s more risk of child…
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Youth engagement enhances trauma-informed care in paediatrics, says new report
Although research shows that consulting with youth improves the delivery of health care, adolescent perspectives are often absent from medical literature. A new report aims to change that by highlighting the ideas and recommendations from diverse youth across Canada who participated in a national consultation about trauma-informed care.
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Study examines how pediatric residents across Canada use interpreters to care for patients
Inclusive care directly impacts the well-being of pediatric patients and their families. Aware of its importance, BC Children’s Hospital Research Institute (BCCHR) has helped lead changes that can improve health equity and ensure high-quality care. In two recent studies, BCCHR researchers investigated language barriers to care in Canada. Today, in the first of a two-part…
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