Trauma-Informed Care in Behavioral Health

Course overview

Individuals who experience trauma will often be affected in various ways. Their trauma histories may contribute to the development of post-traumatic stress disorder, substance use disorders, mood disturbances, dissociative disorders, and other issues. While many people seeking mental health and substance misuse treatment have extensive trauma histories, they are unaware of how trauma has impacted their day-to-day lives. As a result, they may fail to recognize the connection between trauma and their presenting problems or avoid the topic altogether. Behavioral health professionals and organizations must recognize the consequences of traumatic experiences in order to build a trauma-informed continuum of care.