CRC Trauma-Informed Care Flashcards
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The 'window of tolerance' concept in trauma-informed care refers to:
Answer: The optimal zone of arousal where a person can process information and experiences effectively
The window of tolerance describes the zone of arousal in which a person can engage, process, and integrate experiences without becoming dysregulated.
Hyperarousal in a trauma response can appear as:
Answer: Hypervigilance, irritability, and panic
Hyperarousal is associated with a revved-up nervous system, presenting as hypervigilance, panic, irritability, and difficulty calming down.
When a trauma survivor is triggered during a coaching session, the FIRST thing a recovery coach should do is:
Answer: Ground the client in the present moment using simple techniques
Grounding techniques bring a triggered client back to the present moment and help stabilize their nervous system before continuing.
Which of the following is an example of a simple grounding technique a recovery coach might use?
Answer: Asking the client to name five things they can see in the room
The 5-4-3-2-1 sensory grounding technique uses present-moment awareness of senses to help a person regulate their nervous system.
Trauma-informed care recognizes that substance use disorders often develop as:
Answer: An attempt to cope with unresolved trauma and emotional pain
Research shows that many individuals use substances as a way to cope with the emotional and physical pain of unresolved trauma.
The principle of 'trustworthiness and transparency' in trauma-informed care means a recovery coach should:
Answer: Be clear and honest about processes, decisions, and expectations
Trustworthiness requires coaches to be transparent about how services work, what to expect, and why decisions are made, building a foundation of safety.