Infants in the Child Welfare System

Promoting their Development and Mental Health

This webinar was presented live on April 2, 2021. The recording of Dr. Jones-Harden’s presentation can be accessed by following this link.

Webinar Presented by Brenda Jones-Harden, PhD

Dr. Brenda Jones-Harden is a scientist-practitioner who uses research to improve the quality and effectiveness of child and family services and to inform child and family policy. She received a PhD in developmental and clinical psychology from Yale University and a Master’s in Social Work from New York University.

She and her research team examine the developmental and mental health needs of young children who have experienced early adversity and toxic stress, particularly those who have been maltreated or have experienced other forms of trauma. A particular focus is preventing maladaptive outcomes in these populations through early childhood programs. She has conducted numerous evaluations of such programs, including early care and education, home visiting services, parenting interventions, and infant mental health programs.