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Trauma is an emotional response to a terrible event and can often result in long-term, residual effects. Some people have difficulty moving forward after trauma. The resources below can help us understand trauma in ourselves and others as well as how to prevent secondary traumatization.
Compassion Fatigue
Compassion Fatigue
Also called “vicarious traumatization” or secondary traumatization, compassion fatigue involves the emotional residue or strain of exposure to working with those suffering from the consequences of traumatic events.
It differs from burn-out, but can co-exist. It can occur due to exposure on one case or can be due to a “cumulative” level of trauma.
9 Signs of Compassion Fatigue
9 Signs of Compassion Fatigue
Preventing Compassion Fatigue
Preventing Compassion Fatigue
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