CRC Trauma-Informed Care Flashcards

Which of the following BEST describes 'trauma bonding' in the context of recovery coaching?

Answer: A strong emotional attachment formed in abusive or coercive relationships

Trauma bonding refers to a powerful emotional attachment that can form between an abuse victim and their abuser due to cycles of reinforcement and dependency.

A recovery coach practicing cultural humility when working with trauma survivors will:

Answer: Acknowledge that cultural context shapes how trauma is experienced and expressed

Cultural humility recognizes that culture, identity, and systemic oppression profoundly shape how trauma is experienced, expressed, and healed.

The concept of 'post-traumatic growth' in recovery suggests that:

Answer: Some individuals experience meaningful positive change as a result of struggling with trauma

Post-traumatic growth describes positive psychological changes — such as increased resilience, compassion, or life appreciation — that can emerge from the struggle with trauma.

Vicarious resilience in recovery coaching refers to:

Answer: The positive transformation coaches can experience by witnessing client resilience and growth

Vicarious resilience is the phenomenon in which coaches are positively transformed and inspired by witnessing their clients' strength and recovery.

Which trauma-informed principle involves recognizing clients as experts on their own lives and supporting their self-determination?

Answer: Empowerment, voice, and choice

The principle of empowerment, voice, and choice centers the client's strengths, goals, and decision-making authority in the recovery process.

A recovery coach working with a client who has a trauma history should avoid which of the following physical environments?

Answer: A windowless room with locked doors that may feel confining

Environments that feel confining, unpredictable, or unsafe can trigger trauma responses; trauma-informed spaces are designed to maximize feelings of safety and control.