Understanding Trauma's Impact on Behavior
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Unengaged or disrespectful players can make a difficult job - coaching - even harder. It's important for coaches to understand that young people don't usually misbehave just to break the rules. Coaches that can identify the context of their players' behavior will be set up for success - and the players' success. This resource from Positive Coaching Alliance guides coaches to understand how trauma can impact a kid's behavior and how to respond.
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