When Root Causes Begin in the Cradle

Sarah Mittelman, a candidate for the 49th Legislative District, argues that Washington's approach to homelessness, addiction, and poverty ignores its deepest root cause — early childhood trauma and disrupted attachment. By the time intervention occurs, she writes, the developmental damage is often already done. https://www.clarkcountytoday.com/opinion/letter-not-all-harm-leaves-bruises/ #ChildWelfare #EarlyChildhood #WashingtonState #Opinion #ClarkCounty #MentalHealth #Homelessness #ChildDevelopment #PublicPolicy #49thDistrict