Trauma refers to a circumstance in which your sense of safety was jeopardized in some manner, either directly or indirectly. Although trauma is typically a result of impactful, life-altering incidents, it can also stem from the cumulative impact of everyday stressors, such as racial discrimination and other forms of bias. Trauma-informed care encompasses a range of approaches aimed at assisting individuals dealing with trauma, with a primary focus on building trust, providing security, and understanding the patient’s viewpoint.
In today’s episode, Matty talks with Dr. Sarah Benuska, Psychologist at MetroHealth, about what trauma is and how it’s caused, how trauma informed care works and how minorities are at risk for trauma.
