Social intervention paradigms in the context of new social realities

In the last 20 years, increased attention has been paid to child mental abuse, but despite all this, the problem still requires the input of mental health professionals from all over the world. We analyzed articles and international guidelines related to the management of psychological trauma among children and young people in order to identify the practices with the most promising clinical results. We have observed that exposure to a traumatic event will generally cause short-term emotional distress followed by possible long-term psychological damage and that due to the diverse cultural environment and individual perception of the event, cognitive-behavioral therapies should be the first line of treatment with folding on the cultural structure of the patient. Therapies such as desensitization and reprocessing of the traumatic event are offered to the patient in individual therapy sessions, and the quality of the psychotherapeutic act depends on the relationship between the therapist, the patient, and the family, which are the starting points for a successful recovery. To help the child process the traumatic event and return to previous functionality, numerous sets of best practices are developed worldwide, endorsed by world and national psychiatric associations, but an evaluation of current policies and procedures is needed to identify gaps and implement stricter and clearer measures. The results of these measures would help create a safer and more supportive environment for children, ensuring that the adults around them are well-trained to recognize and intervene in the event of emotional and psychological trauma. Families of traumatized children also need support. Services that provide family counseling and training can help parents better understand and manage their children's needs. Also, involving the community in providing support can create a safer and more supportive environment for all its members.