When Children Harm in the Home: Aggression Toward Families/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence

Explains why some children and teens show aggression toward their caregivers, especially in adoptive and guardianship families, and highlights how trauma, neurodevelopmental challenges, and stress contribute. It calls for trauma‑informed, coordinated support to keep families safe and stable.

To learn more about supporting families experiencing AFCCA, you can find information in this article:

Supporting Families Experiencing Aggression Toward Families/Caregivers in Childhood and Adolescence (AFCCA)