ERIC Number: EJ1458044
Record Type: Journal
Publication Date: 2025-Feb
Pages: 15
Abstractor: As Provided
ISBN: N/A
ISSN: ISSN-0022-4391
EISSN: EISSN-1746-1561
Toward a Trauma-Informed Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program: Specifying Feasible Practices across the School Day
Emily Kroshus-Havril; Kiana Hafferty; William V. Massey; Meredith A. Whitley; Francine Darroch; Majidullah Shaikh; Douglas W. Ellison; Adrienne Moore; Kimberly Garrett; Pooja S. Tandon
Journal of School Health, v95 n2 p172-186 2025
Background: Many students would benefit from trauma-informed physical activity (PA); however, there is a lack of systematic guidance on incorporating trauma-informed practices across school-based PA opportunities. The purpose of this study was to generate a feasible framework for trauma-informed school-based PA. Methods: Framework development was guided by a modified Delphi approach, including an exploration phase and an evaluation phase. First, a multidisciplinary working group reviewed extant literature, mapping trauma-informed practices onto the domains and components of the Comprehensive School Physical Activity Program (CSPAP). Subsequently, experts (n = 14) provided quantitative feedback on the utility and feasibility of these practices. Results: Thirty-three practices met pre-determined thresholds for utility and feasibility. Across CSPAP domains, this included attending to: (a) safety; (b) positive communication and relationships; (c) empowerment, choice, and voice; (d) emotion management and skill building; (e) instructor competencies and support; and (f) cultural, historical, and gender issues. Implications for School Health Policy, Practice, and Equity: Incorporating trauma-informed practices into existing frameworks and approaches to school-based PA may promote uptake of practices that help meet the social and emotional needs of trauma-exposed youth. Conclusions: The present output provides a foundation for generating tools and supports for incorporating trauma-informed practices into school-based PA promotion efforts.
Descriptors: Trauma Informed Approach, Physical Education, Physical Activities, Educational Practices, Youth
Wiley. Available from: John Wiley & Sons, Inc. 111 River Street, Hoboken, NJ 07030. Tel: 800-835-6770; e-mail: cs-journals@wiley.com; Web site: https://bibliotheek.ehb.be:2191/en-us
Publication Type: Journal Articles; Reports - Research
Education Level: N/A
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Language: English
Sponsor: National Institute of Nursing Research (NINR) (DHHS/NIH)
Authoring Institution: N/A
Grant or Contract Numbers: R01HD10654601