by Dr. Reggie | Apr 25, 2009 | news and events
The last two decades of neuroscientific research have led to new understandings of how the brain and body are affected by crises. In response to this new research, I propose an alternative approach to crisis intervention in schools. The approach engages the oldest,...
by Dr. Reggie | Apr 21, 2009 | news and events
Today is the 10th anniversary of Columbine: April 20, 2009. I hope we will remember Littleton, Colorado and that tragic day when 15 lives were taken so violently, and dozens of others who survived were changed forever by the experience. Since then we have learned a...
by Dr. Reggie | Apr 10, 2009 | news and events
The co-founders of ResponsibleTeachers.com interviewed me last month for a podcast and here is what they had to say: “Dr. Melrose is an amazing resource for anyone who works with children. Her knowledge on stress and trauma and how it affects the brain in...
by Dr. Reggie | Apr 3, 2009 | news and events
Stay tuned for the launching of my new book, You Can Heal Your Child: A Guide for Parents of Misdiagnosed, Stressed, Traumatized, and Otherwise Misunderstood Children. View the cover and pre-order at amazon.com.
by Dr. Reggie | Mar 28, 2009 | news and events
I had a great time last month being interviewed by Dr. Marlene on her radio show called Amazing Women…Brains, Beauty, and Style. Listen to our discussion on the effects of chronic stress and trauma in children today by clicking on my media page at...
by Dr. Reggie | Mar 6, 2009 | news and events
I received a notice today of a book written about the “children left behind by Hurricane Katrina.” I was thrilled to see such a book written, especially because of its emphasis on the need for schools to be prepared to respond effectively to these...