NUWAY University Minnesota/Metropolitan State University Minneapolis, Minnesota, United States
Session Description: The link between individual trauma and addiction is well documented. Research further supports this dynamic on a broad scale for population segments who have experienced catastrophic events. Epidemiological data highlights a potentiating increase in trauma/stressor disorder and substance use disorder patterns immediately following and up to three years beyond events such as natural disasters or terrorist attacks. While these types of events typically effect significant portions of a population, none are comparable in scope, longevity, and potential impact to the Covid-19 Pandemic. In the days ahead, Behavioral Health professionals will be faced with unique challenges in treating a traumatic event experienced on a global scale. This presentation will define conceptualization of Pandemic Trauma and Stress Experience (PTSE), including differentiation from standard posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) to lessen inaccurate diagnosis stigma. The workshop will examine existing evidence-based modalities applicable in treating trauma and review specific concepts and practices to support a trauma informed clinical practice setting. Attendees will gain knowledge and skills for applying a resiliency focus in treating trauma impacted clients to support improved recovery outcomes.
Learning Objectives:
After this activity participants should be able to
Upon completion, participants will be able to define Pandemic Trauma and Stress Experience.
Upon completion, participants will be able to specifically differentiate Pandemic Trauma and Stress Experience (PTSE) and Post Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Upon completion, participants will be able to compare established evidence-based trauma interventions for future care-planning.