The Art of Trauma-Informed Care

In Western culture, we often treat mental health and physical health separately, when in fact, they are inextricable. Emotions such as hate, anger, love, and hope are whole-body experiences. Here, we explore how trauma perpetuates this disconnection, examine how our bodies influence our mental states (and vice versa), and offer practical strategies for rebuilding body awareness.

Positive experiences protect individuals against the effects of trauma. This is applied to organizations using trauma-informed approaches.

What exactly does it mean to be "trauma-informed," and why is it so important?

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