Separated Migrant Children Experience Long-Lasting Mental Impacts

The video discusses the mental health challenges faced by migrant children, particularly those separated from their parents in US custody. It highlights the importance of secure attachment for healthy development and the potential mental health issues arising from a lack of attachment, such as anxiety, depression, and PTSD. The video also differentiates between voluntary and involuntary separations, emphasizing the greater trauma associated with involuntary separations.

In what ways do voluntary and involuntary separations differ in terms of trauma experienced?

What role does preparation and discussion play in the trauma experienced by children during separations?