Causes of trauma from children’s healthcare

This report reveals the most common causes of trauma and how play can prevent it. Based on a national survey of parents, children and health care professionals, the findings show that 1 in 9 children feel worried or upset when held down for treatment, putting an estimated 1.4 million at risk of trauma.

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