Trauma-based social work

Question 1

Describe the assessment for PTSD

Answer 1

-evaluate the nature of the trauma
-strengths/limitations that predate the trauma
-impact of trauma on client’s emotions, self-esteem, and
functioning

Question 2

Describe the assessment for domestic violence

Answer 2

is client still at risk? protective measures needed?

legal reporting requirement if children are at risk

Question 3

What are the treatments available for PTSD?

Answer 3

Psychodynamic therapy
Dialectical Behavioral Therapy DBT
EMDR (Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing)
group therapy