final Flashcards
what does trauma represent
experience that overwhelms an individuals ability to cope
three e’s of trauma
events (circumstances causing trauma)
experiences (personal response to event)
effects (physical, emotional, behavioural, cognitive, spiritual)
4 r’s of trauma informed care
realize, recognize, respond, resist re-traumatization
addiction service providers should assume that all service users…
have experienced some level of trauma & should be inquiring, in a respectful and safe manner about the nature of the trauma service users experiences
5 key practice provisions when offering trauma informed care
safety (provide protected physical and emotional environment where they feel welcome)
trust (a feeling b/w rpn & user, no judgemental, empathetic, and compassionate listening)
choice (sense of control and autonomy)
collaboration (belief that many have experienced power imbalances; work along side user)
empowerment (focus on resilience rather than deficits, understanding that drugs are coping mechanism)
reasons for grounding substance misuse in trauma informed practice
- given how prevalent trauma is, TIP always be used
- substance misuse only one negative consequence of trauma = assess trauma to determine other negative behaviours
- trauma affects perceptions of self & environment = users become trapped and unable to move forward
- experienced trauma = more likely to perpetuate violence making TIP ethical imperative
- marginalized populations (race, sexual orientation) who struggle with addiction - greater risk of experiencing ongoing trauma, perpetuating substance misuse
- trauma barrier to seeking help = TIP can alleviate stressors in accessing services
- trauma often occurs within institutions, making less likely to seek institutional services
- trauma affects staff, can experience secondary trauma from stories
road map to TIP
trauma awareness, trauma sensitive, trauma responsive (gather info & prioritize & create plan), trauma informed (implement & monitor)
6 stages of trans theoretical model of change
pre-contemplation: no intention to change, unaware there is problem
contemplation: aware problem exists, not committed to take action
preparation: intends to take action & makes small changes; needs to set goals and priorities
action: dedicates considerable time & energy; make overt changes; develops strategies to deal with barriers
adaption/maintenance: works to adapt and adjust to facilitate maintenance of change
evaluation: assessment and feedback to continue dynamic change process
describe the pre-contemplation stage
not ready
resist change & no intention of altering behaviour/doesn’t recognize any problem exists
unaware of impact of behaviour on those around
counsellors assist users in the pre-contemplation stage in…
distinguishing b/w how they see their circumstances and the reality of their situation
describe the contemplation stage
getting ready
users become aware that they stuck in situation & must decide whether they wish to change or remain where they are
counsellors help the user in the contemplation stage by
help equilibrium b/w desire to change and fear of changing & associated unknown consequences
assist in weighing pros and cons of change, whole working to tip the scales towards change
describe the preparation stage
ready
consider changing drug-using behaviour and anticipate what this future action will entail
identify and resolve barriers to success, including friends and family who may still benefit from users drug use
develop realistic plans that can be easily implemented with min risk of failure
describe the action stage
doing
work and behavioural change begins; heavy emphasis on problem solving skills
entails changing awareness, emotions, self-image, and thinking
support of positive decisions and reinforcement
identifying and exploring times that may lead to use
describe maintenance / adaption stage
focus on supporting and consolidating the gains made during the action stage and avoiding brief or longer drug user reoccurrences
focus on social skills training
describe the evaluation/termination stage
sees service user move beyond problem solving, with a focus on preventing reoccurrence and dealing with the reality of sobriety
service users assess their strengths and areas that may be problematic in the future as they develop a reoccurrence-prevention plan
counsellors strategies for the different stages
pre-contemplation: build rapport and trust; increase problem awareness
contemplation: acknowledge ambivalence towards change; discuss pros and cons
preparation: build confidence; talk about timing of change; provide information, options, advice; work at their pace
action: offer planning assistance, provide support, develop attainable goals
maintenance: support & encourage new behaviour; talk about possible trouble areas; talk about stressors or triggers
evaluation: reinforce new skills; review triggers; develop strategies on how to return to the new behaviour if lapse occurs rather than drugs
consciousness raising
increasing information to service users about themselves and their problems
dramatic relief
experiencing and expressing feelings about one’s problems and solutions grieving losses, partaking in role play to appreciate impact of changed behaviour
environmental re-evaluation
assesses habits that affect one’s social and physical environment; increase awareness that one can be a positive or negative role model for others
self re-evaluation
users assess how they think and feel about themselves with respect to their substance use; value clarification, healthy role models,
self-liberation
choose and commit to change beliefs and actions
reinforcement management
providing consequences, punishments or rewards
helping relationships
combining caring, trust, openness, and acceptance and support for healthy behaviour