SOCW 6090 WU Evidence Based Interventions Used in Trauma Chidren Discussion
To prepare: Read the DSM-5 section on trauma and stressor-related disorders.
Then use the following two literature studies listed below related to an evidence-based intervention used to treat those suffering from trauma and stressor-related issues.
- One study (see attached) on treating symptoms resulting from a national traumatic event:
Simmons, K. T., & Douglas, D. Y. (2018). After the Storm: Helping Children Cope with Trauma after Natural Disasters. Communique, 46(5), 23–25.
- One study (see attached) on treating symptoms resulting from an interpersonal trauma:
Sullivan, C. M., Goodman, L. A., Virden, T., Strom, J., & Ramirez, R. (2018). Evaluation of the Effects of Receiving Trauma-Informed Practices on Domestic Violence Shelter Residents. American Journal of Orthopsychiatry, 88(5), 563–570.
Post a response in which you address the following:
- Include the APA references for the two studies above. For each:
- Provide a brief description of the traumatic events, including a summary of how they affected the individuals involved.
- Describe the interventions discussed in the articles and explain how they addressed the psychosocial issues and needs of the individuals affected by the trauma.
- Explain the effectiveness of the interventions, as stated in the articles.
- Analyze and discuss the similarities and differences in the individuals’ needs depending on whether the issues occurred due to a national traumatic event or an interpersonal trauma.
