TIC Basics
What is the primary focus of trauma-informed care?
Name a trauma-informed strategy for building trust with clients.
Varies. Consistent communication and transparency about the process.
How can an organization show commitment to trauma-informed care?
By providing ongoing training and staff support.
What is one sign that staff members are confident in providing trauma-informed care?
They create a safe and trusting environment, understand trauma, empower clients through choice, are transparent during the process, and avoid retraumatization.
How familiar are you with trauma-informed care principles on a scale of 1-4?
Varies. Ex: not at all, slightly, somewhat, very familiar.
What are the 3 types of trauma?
acute, complex, and chronic
Name a trauma informed strategy for building trust with clients.
Consistent communication and transparency about processes.
What is secondary or vicarious trauma?
The emotional toll that results from hearing about and witnessing trauma.
How confident do you feel in your ability to provide trauma-informed care?
Varies. Not at all, slightly confident, somewhat confident, very confident.
What type of cultures should organizations strive for if they are practicing trauma-informed care?
Varies: Nonviolence, emotional intelligence, social learning, shared governance, open communication, social responsibility, and/or a culture of growth and change.
Name the 6 Key principles of trauma-informed care.
Safety, Trustworthiness & Transparency, Peer Support, Collaboration, Empowerment, Cultural Humility.
How can you empower a client through trauma-informed care?
By giving them choices and control over their decisions.
What is an example of a policy that supports trauma-informed care?
Allowing flexible work schedules to manage stress.
What can help boost your confidence in trauma-informed care?
Varies - ex: trainings/PD/workshops/mentorships?
Trauma-informed care is only necessary for clients who disclose past trauma? True or False
False. TIC is beneficial for all clients regardless of whether they experienced trauma or not.
What does the principle of 'safety' refer to in trauma informed care?
Ensuring that the physical and emotional environment is secure for clients.
What kind of language is essential in trauma-informed care?
Nonjudgmental and supportive language.
What does an organization need to do to support staff with vicarious trauma.
Offering mental health resources and peer support programs.
What can reduce confidence in providing trauma-informed-care?
TIC only benefits clients. True or False
False. TIC can benefit staff by reducing burnout and secondary trauma by creating a more supportive work environment.
What is 'peer support' in the context of trauma informed care?
The value of shared experiences for healing and recovery.
How would you provide trauma-informed care to a client in crisis?
Stay calm, offer choices, ensure safety, and validate their emotions.
How does an organization’s culture affect trauma-informed care implementation?
A culture that values wellness and transparency promotes better trauma-informed care practices.
Supervision and peer support is not really helpful in improving confidence when delivering TIC. True or False
False.
Trauma does not impact a child throughout his or her life. True or False.
False. If trauma is not addressed and resolved, it will lead to lasting impacts throughout the lifetime.