IFCI Research Publications
Explore our collection of research publications and presentations.
“Based on findings, thus far, we can conclude that play-based activities dampen effects of toxic stress by improving relationships and building resiliency.”
Pope, et al. 2019

Joyful Together: Fighting Toxic Stress
The Impacts of Parent-Child Play
The Impacts of Parent-Child Play
Check out our Research Publication on the Effects of Parent-Child Play.
Play, Parent Stress & Cortisol
Play, Parent Stress & Cortisol
Play, parent stress and cortisol levels in 4 resilient families.