traumapõhine

Traumapõhine refers to an approach or perspective that recognizes and addresses the widespread impact of trauma and understands potential paths for healing and recovery. It is not about dwelling on traumatic events but rather about understanding how past experiences, particularly those that are overwhelming or distressing, can affect an individual's thoughts, feelings, behaviors, and physical health. This approach emphasizes creating environments and interactions that are safe, trustworthy, and empowering, minimizing the risk of re-traumatization.

Key principles of a traumapõhine approach include safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and empowerment. Safety encompasses both physical and psychological security. Trustworthiness involves clear and consistent boundaries. Choice and collaboration allow individuals to have agency in their healing process. Empowerment focuses on building resilience and strengths.

This framework is widely applicable across various settings, including mental health services, education, child welfare, criminal justice, and healthcare. By integrating a traumapõhine lens, professionals can better understand the underlying reasons for certain behaviors and provide more effective and compassionate support. It shifts the focus from "What's wrong with you?" to "What happened to you?" fostering a more supportive and understanding environment for those who have experienced trauma. The ultimate goal is to promote healing and well-being by acknowledging the pervasive effects of trauma and creating pathways to recovery.