PSY 420 - Trauma and Resilience

This course will explore the experience of trauma from the viewpoint of survivors. Factors related to human resilience as well as psychosocial factors related to rehabilitation with trauma will be discussed. Current research involving changes to the brain after trauma will be examined. This course will further investigate co-occurring conditions that may develop in the aftermath of a traumatic event. Various treatment modalities such as cognitive behavioral therapy, Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), forgiveness therapy, and mindfulness solutions will be compared. The perspectives of perpetrators and others will be explored. Students will gain a deepened understanding of the individual recovery process. Required for the MHRT/C. Cross-Listed: REH 420 Trauma and Resilience. Students may receive credit for only one of the courses. Course Typically Offered: Every Spring.

Prerequisite(s): None.

Credits: 3