"Trauma Impacts, Jackie Flynn What does it even mean to be human? In a consultation group with trauma therapists, a few years prior to this writing, I asked consultees to write down "To be human is ... ." ten times on a sheet of paper. Afterwards, I directed them to finish the sentences with words or phrases that quickly came to mind. It was astonishing to witness the variety of reactions. Some struggled with finishing the first sentence, while others completed the full ten with ease and continued to write until asked to stop. Each person had their own reality, likely shaped by their own experiences, processing, and beliefs about the life they had lived to date. Pondering the question of what it means to be human is necessary when it comes to constructively regarding the impacts of trauma"--
A systems-oriented look at how unhealed trauma can prevent optimal functioningand what to do about it
Trauma Impacts: Repercussions of Individual and Collective Trauma explores the many ways that traumatic experiences affect people from diverse backgrounds, as individuals and in groups. In chapters contributed by experts in their fields, this book offers a systemic overview of how trauma impacts all humans, then delves into the manifestations of trauma in specific populations like BIPOC communities, neurodivergent children, and those in helping professions. The book's third and final section looks at emerging modalities for working with trauma and implications for the future of trauma-focused therapy.
Ideal for anyone who works closely with individuals who have experienced traumatherapists, educators, social workers, and beyondTrauma Impacts will benefit from a thorough understanding on how trauma continues to influence lives, even long after the fact. Trauma can interfere with meeting basic needs, forming healthy relationships, and finding fulfillment in the pursuit of individual and collective goals. When we conceptualize these impacts, we become empowered to help people process their traumatic experiences, integrate the pain they have experienced, and lead more satisfying lives.
- Understand the intersectional effects of trauma on individuals and systems
- Discover hope for healing through real-world voices and current research
- Consider how collective trauma manifests in the lives of individuals
- Gain insights that can help you work more effectively with clients
Prologue ix
Foreword xi
Introduction xiii
1 A Foundation for Human Connection and the Impact of Trauma
2 Dimensions of Deprivation
3 Impacts on Abilities for Personal Care
4 Relational Trauma in the Family System
6 Suicide Risk and Social
7 The Art of Being Brave
8 Disasters
9 Trauma Informed Considerations with Neurodivergent Children and Adolescents
10 Exploring the Depths of BIPOC Experiences: The Repercussions of Individual and Collective Trauma
11 Working with Refugees: Creating Connection and Therapeutic
12 Impacts of Attachment Trauma on Children in Foster or Adoptive Care
13 When the Helper is in Crisis, Too
14 A Process-Oriented and Multilayered Approach to the Global Impacts of Trauma
15 Inoculation, Protection, and Processing: The Powers of Video Game Use with Trauma
16 Utilizing Tabletop Roleplaying Games in Treating Trauma and Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
17 Social Media and Trauma
Jessica Stone, PhD, RPT-S, is a licensed psychologist working in a private practice setting. She has been a practitioner, professor, presenter, mentor, and author for more than 30 years. Dr. Stones interest in therapeutic digital tools, specifically using virtual reality, tablets, and consoles, has culminated in clinical mental health use and research for mental health, medical, and crisis settings. She is the co-creator of the Virtual Sandtray App for iPad (VSA) and the Virtual Sandtray for Virtual Reality (VSA-VR). Dr. Stone is the past Chief Psychology Officer for AscendantVR, is a member of various boards, and serves as an affiliate of the East Carolina University College of Education Neurocognition Science Laboratory.
Robert Jason Grant, EdD, RPT-S, is the creator of AutPlay® Therapy. He is a therapist, supervisor, and consultant and utilizes several years of advanced training and his own lived neurodivergent experience to provide affirming services to children and their families. He is an international trainer and keynote presenter and multi-published author of several articles and books. He is currently serving on the board of directors for the Association for Play Therapy.
Clair Mellenthin, LCSW, RPT-S, is a renowned clinical supervisor, international speaker, and acclaimed play therapist. As the author of best-selling book Attachment Centered Play Therapy, she brings unparalleled expertise to the field. With a wealth of experience as a play therapist and professor, Clair has significantly impacted the lives of numerous children and families. Recognized for her contributions, she is a sought-after expert in media, frequently sharing insights on children and family issues at both local and national levels. Clairs commitment to advancing the understanding and practice of play therapy has positioned her as an influential figure, shaping contemporary therapeutic approaches for children and leaving an enduring mark on the field.
