W9: Trauma and Neglect Flashcards
Trauma comprises
Physical, emotional, sexual abuse, and neglect
DSM diagnoses are (x3)
Reactive Attachment Disorder, Disinhibited Social Engagement Disorder, PTSD
Briere’s self-trauma model is
triggers to fear > negative response. Interrupts emotional regulation
Another theoretical model is
Patterson’s Coercion Theory
Perry’s Neurosequential model is
Brainstem (autonomic), Midbrain (movement), Limbic (emotions), Cortex (higher order)
Aetiology of trauma include
natural disasters, accidents, neglect (oversight), abuse
A maladaptive stress response
reduces capacity before overstimulation
Adult outcomes due to trauma include
Substance use, mood/suicide, PTSD, sexual issues, antisocial behaviours, cyclical abuse
The role of the psychologist in abuse therapy is
to break the cycle. Psychoeducation.
One mindfulness educational technique is
the glitter jar
What might a safety plan encompass?
Psychoeducation for parents about the effects of abuse on their child
How does reactive attachment disorder typically present?
Foster children(!), avoid seeking care, not warm, won’t attach to anyone
School can be
A safe haven. Individual differences though…
DV can be
A teratogen
Majority of abuse is
Emotional