PSYD 895I Special Topics: Interpersonal Trauma

This course focuses on the etiology and treatment of interpersonal trauma, which includes childhood abuse (physical, sexual, emotional) and neglect, rape, and interpersonal/ domestic violence. Students will learn factors that contribute to development of traumatic stress and related disorders, the neurobiology of trauma, tools needed for assessment of traumatic symptomology, and an overview of trauma-sensitive treatment approaches. This course will also discuss vicarious trauma and strategies to prevent secondary traumatization. Pre-requisite(s): None. Co-requisite(s): None. 1.5 semester hours