Ritual vs Routine

Fact – The National Center on Family Homelessness

Many homeless individuals have experienced childhood abuse and neglect, as well as the stresses associated with poverty and the loss of their home, safety, and sense of security. Traumatic stresses are cumulative and increase the risk of developing health, behavioral, and social problems as adults. These experiences affect how children think, feel and behave, and can have long-term effects on their ability to form sustaining, supportive adult relationships.