Stuck: Understanding Trauma, the Brain, and Trauma-Informed Care
This 3-hour CEU includes a presentation by DVACK Advocate Courtney Train on the neurological, physical, and behavioral role of trauma and abuse during childhood and adulthood. A trauma panel will follow, featuring representatives from Salina Police Department, Central Kansas Mental Health Center, Sexual Assault Forensic Examination, Cornerstone Clinic, and Central Kansas Foundation.
Monday,April 23, 9a-12p
College Center Conference Room, K-State Polytechnic, 2310 Centennial Rd
Event costs include breakfast:
– $5 for KWU students or adult attendees not receiving CEUs
– $40 for attendees receiving CEUs
– $30 for SHASW members
– Free for KSU students
Make checks payable to K-State Foundation.
This event is hosted by K-State Social Work Dept. and Smoky Hill Association of Social Workers.
Main Presentation Learning Objectives: The goal of this presentation is to provide information about how trauma, abuse, and adversity during childhood and adulthood affects the brain and behaviors. Additionally, information will be provided about the crisis cycle and emotional agility. Learn about best practices for trauma-informed care and increasing therapeutic capacities in direct service.
Community Panel Learning Objectives: The panel’s goals are to identify what trauma looks like from different aspects of the community; to address how we, as a community, respond to trauma; and to continue conversation about trauma-informed care.
Panel Members Include:
Micah Bunce: SPD
Rachelle Kelly: CKMHC
Karen Groot: SRHC
Debbie Gray: CKF
Lydia Lund: Cornerstone Clinic
Courtney Train: DVACK