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Module 2: Understanding Reactions to Stress and Trauma
Survivors of traumatic events and extreme stressors experience a range of reactions that vary according to a number of factors, and impact their functioning in different ways. At the end of this session, participants will be able to:
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Identify and describe common reactions to stress and trauma
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Understand the impact of acute, chronic, and intergenerational trauma on survivors
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Consider the impact of trauma on survivor’s experiences with services and service providers
About this Module
Session Presenters
Amy Nitza, Ph.D, LMHC
Institute Director
Institute of Disaster Mental Health
Rebecca Rodriguez, M.S.
Program and Operations Manager
Institute of Disaster Mental Health
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