Understanding Trauma, Its Impact, and How to Help

Author and retired substance abuse counselor, David Pope, will lead this presentation covering a range of topics related to trauma: • Defining trauma and differentiating between types of traumatic experiences. • Understanding the trauma response and its interconnectedness with addiction, generational abuse, depression, and anxiety. • Exploring the physical, emotional, and spiritual impacts of trauma. • Providing guidance on how to support individuals dealing with trauma. • Reviewing common myths about trauma. • Offering strategies for developing healthy responses.