The Fortier family's experience during a devastating fire illustrates the profound impact of trauma on children. As they fled their home, the emotional distress was palpable, with the aftermath leaving their daughters, Abigail and Emilia, struggling with behavioral issues such as meltdowns and separation anxiety. Unlike adults, who can rationally address their losses, children process trauma through raw emotions, which can result in regression to earlier developmental stages. Experts stress the importance of ongoing support for young fire victims to mitigate these effects and help them cope with the emotional fallout.
"Both of them have lost pretty much everything they derived comfort from," Fortier said, highlighting the profound impact of trauma on children's emotional stability after the fire.
The traumatic toll of the fires on L.A.'s children cannot be underestimated and may portend long-term difficulties, child experts warn.
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