Академический Документы
Профессиональный Документы
Культура Документы
Exposures are common among: Trauma counselors Rescue workers Humanitarian workers/crisis intervention volunteers Medical workers
Traumatic reactions are usually called Vicarious Trauma (VT) or Secondary Trauma (ST)
Intrusive reactions:
Dreams/nightmares Flashbacks Obsessive thoughts Physiological reactions Persistent re-experiencing of event
Avoidant Reactions:
General numbing in responsiveness Avoidant behaviors related to traumatic situations
Normalization of VT experiences
Amends cognitive distortions/disruptions Increases objectivity and empathy
Education
Learning the different types of traumatic events and their impact Traumatic material affects different areas of ones well being Intensity of exposure, personal history and level of training impact VT