Community Trauma
What is collective trauma?
Trauma experienced by a whole community.
What is a sign of trauma in physical space?
Vandalism or deterioration.
What is intergenerational poverty?
Poverty passed from one generation to the next.
What is a boundary?
A limit that protects personal space or emotions.
What is psychological safety?
Feeling emotionally secure.
What is one example of community trauma?
Multiple suicides in a small town.
What is displacement?
Being forced to leave your home.
What is disinvestment?
Lack of funding or support.
What is a cultural lens?
Understanding trauma through someone's background.
What is one way to build safety?
Consistent routines and kind tone.
What are ripple effects?
How trauma spreads through systems.
What is a trauma-informed space?
Warm, safe, and welcoming.
What is a trauma symptom in schools?
Low motivation or resistance to change.
What is a good boundary practice?
Respecting personal space.
What is a skill to teach?
Conflict resolution.
What is a symptom of community trauma?
Isolation or mistrust.
What is one way to improve safety?
Better lighting or layout.
What is one way to support education?
Provide purpose and connection.
What is a cultural interpretation of trauma?
Seeing it as a test or punishment.
What is a safety plan?
Steps to follow in a crisis.
What is a long-term effect?
Disinvestment or hopelessness.
What is environmental neglect?
Lack of care for shared spaces.
What is a barrier to employment?
Lack of skills or trauma history.
Why is culture important?
It shapes healing and meaning.
What is one sign of unsafe space?
Yelling or unpredictability.