SCJ 235 - Trauma Informed Care Crim Justice (Criminal Justice)

3 Credit(s)

Trauma-informed care in criminal justice is an approach acknowledging the role trauma has in people’s lives and recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms. It aims to avoid re-traumatizing individuals, which can increase safety, reduce criminal behavior, and support the recovery of people with serious mental illness. Trauma-informed approach begins with understanding the physical, social and emotional impact of trauma on the individual, as well as on professionals who encounter them within the system. 3 credits.Trauma-informed care in criminal justice is an approach acknowledging the role trauma has in people’s lives and recognizes the presence of trauma symptoms. It aims to avoid re-traumatizing individuals, which can increase safety, reduce criminal behavior, and support the recovery of people with serious mental illness. Trauma-informed approach begins with understanding the physical, social and emotional impact of trauma on the individual, as well as on professionals who encounter them within the system. 3 credits.

When Offered: OBC Session 1.