With Dion MacArthur, MSW, RSW, Social Worker, Bellwood Health Services
Trauma is thought to result from an event or multiple events that an individual experiences as emotionally or physically harmful. These experiences have lasting effects on the individual’s wellbeing. One of the leading causes of developing addiction later in adult life is childhood trauma. A study of individuals being treated for substance use disorder and PTSD found that 77% of the sample had experienced at least one trauma as a child. One of the most difficult aspects of dealing with childhood trauma and addiction is the vicious cycle. Join Noah Mugenyi, Social Worker at Bellwood Health Services, on Thursday, March 23 between 12-1pm EST as she further discusses the intersection of trauma and addiction.
LEARNING OBJECTIVES:
- Raise awareness on trauma/abuse and the long-term effects
- Explore the correlation between trauma and addiction behaviours
- Discuss preventative measures and community involvements strategies to combating abuse
- Implement screening measures and surveys when conducting intake on adverse trauma
Date: March 23, 2023 – 12pm ET, 9am PT
Duration: 1-hour (45-minute presentation followed by a 15-minute Q&A)
Cost: COMPLIMENTARY
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