PYD853 Treatment of Trauma and Abuse (2 cr.)

Prerequisite(s): Completion of first year coursework (24 credits), PYD821 ,PYD822 ,PYD841  
This course examines the nature of trauma, psychological responses to trauma, and the treatment of trauma. A variety of types of trauma are addressed from a bio-psychosocial perspective, including trauma related to such events as domestic violence, rape, child abuse, terrorism, civilian and combatant exposure to war, and natural disasters. The prevention and treatment of vicarious traumatization are also considered.

Upon completion of this course, students are expected to be able to do the following:

1. Integrate knowledge of the neurological, biological, psychological, and social sequelae of trauma and critically evaluate the factors that attenuate or exacerbate responses to trauma.
2. Apply the transtheoretical model of trauma treatment.
3. Integrate an understanding of complex multicultural issues into the conceptualization of clients impacted by trauma and the treatment of such.
4. Analyze different models for treating trauma and the research that supports which treatments to use when and with whom.
5. Evaluate research in the area of trauma studies across disciplines and theoretical approaches.
6. Examine the ethical implications of working with trauma survivors.
7. Demonstrate an understanding of secondary trauma and develop strategies for self-care.