Why we use the PACE Model (Playfulness, Acceptance, Curiosity, Empathy)
The PACE model is a core component of attachment-informed care and therapeutic parenting. It provides a framework for communicating with children who have experienced attachment and early life trauma.
The Four Elements of PACE
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Playfulness: Creating a lighthearted atmosphere to build trusting relationships.
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Acceptance: Showing the child that you accept their internal feelings without judgment.
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Curiosity: Wondering aloud about the meaning behind a child's challenging behaviour.
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Empathy: Directly feeling and showing that you understand the child's emotional state.
Impact on Residential Care
Using the PACE approach helps create a trauma-informed environment. It is essential for therapeutic support worker roles to reduce placement breakdown in residential care.
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