This report explores the phenomenon of Systems Generated Trauma: the severe harm that disabled children and their families experience through their interactions with public services.
The research identifies a persistent pattern of public policies and practices, particularly within health, social care, and education systems, that are complex, dysfunctional and actively harmful. While these harms are generally unintended, they lead to significant distress and negative consequences for already disadvantaged families.
The study highlights the urgent need for a fundamental shift in institutional culture and a move beyond superficial policy adjustments to address these systemic issues.
