PNUR 2170

Students will be introduced to modern conceptualizations of trauma and examine its prevalence and influence on individuals experiencing mental health and substance use issues. The holistic impacts of trauma will be explored utilizing the Douglas College Psychiatric Nursing Conceptual Framework. Students will be introduced to fundamental principles of Trauma-Informed Practices and Trauma- and Violence-Informed Care, and their relevance to psychiatric nursing practice. The potential effects of working with trauma survivors will be highlighted, with a focus on prevention and safety as essential ingredients of trauma- and violence-informed approaches.