Trauma and Recovery

Catalog description

This course covers fundamental skills in assessment and conceptualization of traumatic stress reactions and provides evidence-based treatments to those affected by trauma. The course materials include readings and discussion on the physiological, cognitive, emotional, and behavioral impact of traumatic stress as well as instruction and practice on the application of treatment techniques, including cognitive-behavioral therapies and complementary and alternative medicine interventions. Students are exposed to principles of psychological first aid to trauma victims and early intervention in crisis situations. All of the course material is presented in light of the cultural and contextual factors that influence the onset, course, and outcomes of psychological distress that results from exposure to traumatic events.