Trauma-Informed De-escalation

Trauma Informed De-escalation moves beyond typical de-escalation content by acknowledging the role of biological responses, trauma histories, and neurobiology when engaging with individuals who have triggered and presenting challenging survival behavior. From identifying the provider’s contributions to the conflict to empowering practitioners to better navigate the needs and reactions of those they serve, Trauma Informed De-escalation offers tools and strategies that can be offered universally in any heightened emotional conflict.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• To explain the definition of trauma and principles of Trauma Informed Care as they relate to De-escalation considerations.
• To examine the common causes of conflict and the opportunities they offer for engaging the principles of Trauma Informed Care in our responses.
• To offer strategies, tips, and language to actualize Trauma Informed De-escalation in various settings with different populations.