CPSS Trauma-Informed Care 2

Question 1

Which approach is most consistent with trauma-informed care when a person shares their trauma story?

Accepted Answer

Listen actively without judgment and follow the person's lead

Answer

Active, non-judgmental listening that follows the person's lead respects their autonomy and creates the safety necessary for trauma-informed care.

Question 2

In trauma-informed peer support, what does 'trustworthiness and transparency' mean?

Accepted Answer

Being clear about roles, expectations, and decisions so the person can trust the process

Answer

Trustworthiness and transparency mean being open and clear about the peer supporter's role, what to expect, and how decisions are made, which helps build a safe and reliable relationship.

Question 3

A peer support specialist who has their own lived experience with trauma should:

Accepted Answer

Practice intentional self-disclosure and maintain appropriate boundaries

Answer

Intentional, boundaried self-disclosure can build rapport and reduce stigma, but must be purposeful and keep the focus on the person receiving support rather than the specialist.

Question 4

Which of the following is an example of a 'trauma trigger' that a peer support specialist should be aware of?

Accepted Answer

Loud noises, certain smells, or specific words that remind a person of a traumatic event

Answer

Triggers are sensory or contextual cues that remind a person of a traumatic event and can activate a trauma response, so peer supporters should be aware of potential triggers in the environment.

Question 5

The phrase 'What happened to you?' instead of 'What's wrong with you?' represents which shift in perspective?

Accepted Answer

Moving from a deficit-based to a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective

Answer

This shift reflects a trauma-informed, strengths-based perspective that views behaviors as responses to experiences rather than inherent personal deficits or disorders.

(CPSS) Certified North Carolina Peer Support Specialist Practice Test

(CPSS) Certified North Carolina Peer Support Specialist Practice Test

CPSS Trauma-Informed Care 2