REPLAY & RESOURCES:

Note: Training certificates are only available following live trainings or completion of self-paced courses. A certificate will not be provided for review of these materials.

• Recording 
• Presentation Slides (1/page) 
• Presentation Slides (3/page)
• National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome Fact Sheet
• Abusive Head Trauma in Infants and Children: Technical Report
• Period of PURPLE Crying Overview
• Period of PURPLE Crying Implementation Protocol
• National Center on Shaken Baby Syndrome Courses
• The California Evidence-Based Clearinghouse for Child Welfare

TRAINING DETAILS:

Shaken Baby Syndrome (SBS), also known as Abusive Head Trauma (AHT), is one of the most devastating forms of child abuse, often resulting in lifelong disability or death. This training will provide a comprehensive overview of SBS/AHT, including the underlying biomechanical forces, sentinel injuries, signs and symptoms, and long-term consequences for infants and families. Participants will explore current research and data trends, identify high-risk situations and caregiver triggers, and examine the role of stress and unrealistic expectations in infant crying episodes.

Through case examples and discussion, attendees will also learn about evidence-based prevention efforts, effective caregiver education strategies, and relevant public policies. This session will equip participants with the knowledge and tools to recognize risks, support families, and contribute to the prevention of this deadly form of abuse.

Participants will:

• Describe the mechanisms and clinical presentation of shaken baby syndrome/abusive head trauma (SBS/AHT), including the injuries and developmental consequences most commonly seen in affected infants
• Analyze current research, incidence data, and demographic trends to better understand populations at risk and factors that contribute to SBS/AHT, including caregiver stress and common triggers
• Identify evidence-based prevention strategies and community-based approaches that professionals can use to support caregivers and reduce the risk of SBS/AHT

Who should attend: All staff of family resource centers (FRCs), child abuse prevention councils (CAPCs), community-based organizations, and other child- and family-serving systems.

IMPORTANT REGISTRATION INFORMATION:

• This is a webinar-style training. This means that you will not be on camera and will not be able to see other learners. This training will not include breakout rooms. Opportunities to interact with the presenter(s) and other participants will be included.
• This training will be recorded. The recording will be available to registered learners within 2 days of the training.
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