The Knowledge Center at Chaddock recently hosted Making Connections: How Early Life Experience Influences later Development And Behavior presented by Michael Trout, Director of The Infant-Parent Institute, Inc.

Known internationally for his clinical services, professional training and research related to the optimal development of infants, toddlers and their families, Michael Trout addressed the importance of early connections between infants and their caregivers and how those connections influence the lives of children as they progress into adults. Michael Trout is widely recognized for "The Jonathon Letters", coauthored with Lori Thomas and the Transition Video Series which chronicles the thoughts of young and pre-verbal children as they navigate their way through traumatic life changes such as divorce, foster care and adoption, and domestic violence.

Read what others had to say:

"I just want to tell you and the Chaddock staff "Thank you!" for offering the Michael Trout workshop to the general community.  I thoroughly enjoyed hearing his presentation and found his thoughts and insights very worthwhile.  Several children enrolled in our Prek program exhibit very challenging behaviors.  We are appreciative any time we can learn more to help our students and their families.  It is especially helpful when the workshops are offered locally at low cost to us.  Kuddos!" ~A Workshop Participant