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Introducing Trauma-And Resiliency-Informed Care In A Residential Treatment Setting, Connie Quach
Introducing Trauma-And Resiliency-Informed Care In A Residential Treatment Setting, Connie Quach
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Background: The link between trauma exposure and substance use is well established. Seventy-five percent of individuals in substance use treatment report histories of abuse and trauma. Early traumatic experiences or repetitive trauma exposure disrupts a person’s ability to self-regulate which may demonstrate as disruptive behavior or present as physiological symptoms.
Purpose: The purpose of this project was to introduce and increase awareness of trauma and resiliency informed definitions, techniques, and provide resources for staff in a residential treatment setting.
Evidence-based Intervention and Methods: Participating nurses and resident assistants received a one hour presentation on trauma, resiliency, and its associated interventions. …