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Introduction to Exploring the Impact of Trauma

Hello and welcome to the course

Drop of water creating a ripple effect.

What we’ll be looking at in this part of the course

  • What we mean by ‘trauma’ and ‘trauma informed care’. 
  • The impact trauma can have on so many parts of our lives and health.
  • How we can learn to cope with old traumas and move forward with our lives.
  • How breathing techniques can help if our feelings get too much for us.

Some things to think about

What do you already know about trauma and mental health?

Have you ever tried using breathing techniques?