(HS Caldwell 057095 2020) Healing Developmental Trauma in Therapy: The Science of Restoring Self-Regulation

Course overview

Childhood maltreatment can profoundly influence human development, resulting in a variety of mental, emotional, and social challenges - including addictive disorders. Attachment theory is a useful framework for understanding how early relational experiences can have far-reaching effects. Developmental trauma and attachment disturbances can lead to deficits in nervous system regulation. Addictive behaviors can be seen as an attempt at short-term regulation, with long-term consequences. This presentation will explore the scientific linkages between trauma, attachment, and addiction, and will offer ideas on how to help clients restore the capacity to self-regulate in healthy ways.