Location: Main Library, 900 Library Plaza, Fort Wayne IN 46802
Registration: FREE
Two (2) CEUs offered to participants.

Join us for this 2 hour training event where we will discuss the widespread impact of trauma, explore paths for recovery, and recognize the signs and symptoms of trauma. Participants will get the opportunity to discuss how to integrate knowledge about trauma into their daily practices. Finally, participants will discuss their own self-care plan as a way to limit the impact of vicarious trauma.

Learning Objectives:

• Define trauma and explore its neurobiological impact.

• Identify practical strategies for the adoption and integration of Trauma Informed Care.

• Use self-care as a strategy to combat secondary traumatic stress.

USF North Campus Gymnasium
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Secondary trauma is a type of emotional pain that can affect individuals who work closely with those who have experienced trauma (overwhelming life experiences). This trauma can have a profound impact on caregivers, teachers, social workers and other helping professionals. This training aims to provide an understanding of secondary trauma and its effects, including burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious trauma. It will also offer practical strategies for preventing and managing the effects of secondary trauma, including self-care techniques, organizational support, and building resilience. By gaining a deeper understanding of secondary trauma and its impact, attendees will be better equipped to support themselves and others in their work.

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Diet culture’s pervasive influence on today’s youth is undeniable, shaping their beliefs about food and bodies. This discussion will explore the connection between mainstream concepts of health and the rise of disordered eating, eating disorders, and body image struggles. We’ll examine how diet culture infiltrates nearly every aspect of daily life and explore the physical and psychological toll it takes on developing identities. Attendees will gain insight into the truth about diet culture and learn practical strategies to foster resilience in children, supporting balanced relationships with food and their bodies.