Trauma is the result of “an event, series of events, or set of circumstances that is experienced by an individual as physically or emotionally harmful or life threatening and that has lasting adverse effects on the individual’s functioning and mental, physical, social, emotional, or spiritual well-being”
-Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)
What is Trauma?
4 “R’s” of Trauma-Informed Care
REALIZE
Realizes widespread impact of trauma and understands potential path for recovery.
RESPOND
Responds to fully integrating knowledge about trauma into policies, procedures, and practices.
RECOGNIZE
Recognizes signs and symptoms of trauma in clients, families, staff, and others involved with the system.
RESIST
Seek to actively resist re-traumatization.