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PTSD & Trauma: The Impact on Individuals, Providers, and the Community

This presentation will look at types of trauma and the factors that impact the development of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD). It will look at how PTSD shapes an individual’s sense of self and their perspectives of the world around them. A review of vicarious traumatization will identify ways that providers can safeguard against being affected by their clients’ experiences of trauma. A brief discussion on common treatments for PTSD and coping skills for high levels of anxiety will be held. Lastly, community resources for crisis support will be identified. 

 Upon completion of this CE, participants will... 

1. Discuss different types of traumas experienced and the effects on the individual

2. Outline the negative impact of PTSD on the individual 

3. Review vicarious traumatization for providers treating trauma 

4. Discuss common treatments and coping skills to address high levels of anxiety and PTSD 5. Identify crisis community resources

Format: Recorded webinar

Duration:  90 minutes

Speaker:  Mestisa C. Gass, PsyD, Mental Health America of Hawai'i

Target Audience: Public Health Professionals including community health workers, doctors, nurses, social workers, dietitians, and health educators.

Recorded on:  June 12, 2025

Disclosures:  The planners, reviewers, and authors have no declared conflicts of interest.

CE Available for Recording: 

  • Continuing Education Contact Hours for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES): This program is designated for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES®) and/or Master Certified Health Education Specialists (MCHES®) to receive up to 1.5  total Category I continuing education contact hours (1.5 Continuing Competency Credits). WRPHTC provider number 99036.

 

The WRPHTC is a Designated Multiple Event Provider of Continuing Education Contact Hours (CECH) for Certified Health Education Specialists (CHES) through the National Commission for Health Education Credentialing, Inc.


Skill Level: Advanced
Language: English
CHES Event ID#: SS99036_PTSDTTIPC
Category 1 Credits: 1.5
Continuing Competency Credits: 0
Advanced Credits: N/A
Level 1: No
Level 2: No
Level 3: No
Primary Tier: Tier Two
Secondary Tier: Tier One
Primary Domain: Community Partnership Skills
Secondary Domain: Communication Skills
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