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What is trauma?
Personal experience of violence and victimization, including sexual abuse, physical abuse, severe neglect, loss domestic violence, and/or the witnessing of violence, terrorism, or disasters.
What is the potential impact of trauma on youth's brain, brain development, and well-being?
Social, emotional, and cognitive impairment, adoption of unhealthy coping mechanisms, severe and persistent behavior, and physical and social problems.
What happens if DJJ doesn't train staff properly regarding trauma?
The effect of trauma will likely worsen.
Which of the following is NOT true about the characteristics of violence?
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What does the statement 'Violence knows no boundaries' mean?
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What does the statement 'Violence breeds more violence' mean?
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What does the statement 'Violence is learned' mean?
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What are the three categories of violence?
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What is world violence?
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What is community violence?
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What are the three types of community violence?
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What is psychopathological violence?
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What is predatory violence?
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What is situational violence?
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What is relational violence?
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What are the two types of relational violence?
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What is dating violence?
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What is domestic violence?
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Study Notes
Understanding Trauma
- Trauma encompasses personal experiences of violence and victimization, including sexual abuse, physical abuse, severe neglect, domestic violence, and witnessing violence or disasters.
Impact of Trauma on Youth
- Trauma can lead to social, emotional, and cognitive impairment, unhealthy coping mechanisms, persistent behavioral issues, and physical and social problems.
Importance of Staff Training in Trauma Care
- Inadequate training in trauma awareness and appropriate youth interactions may worsen the effects of trauma among youth.
Characteristics of Violence
- Violence is not always precipitated by abuse, debunking common misconceptions.
Prevalence of Violence
- "Violence knows no boundaries" signifies its widespread impact, affecting individuals regardless of their background or circumstances.
Cycle of Violence
- "Violence breeds more violence" illustrates how violence within one family can escalate and extend to the wider community, affecting many.
Nature of Violence
- "Violence is learned" indicates that violent behaviors can be passed down through generations.
Categories of Violence
- Violence is categorized into three main types: world violence, community violence, and relational violence.
World Violence
- This type is often highlighted in news media and can impact people indirectly, even if they do not witness it firsthand.
Community Violence
- Community violence occurs outside the family, often within neighborhoods or among peers.
Types of Community Violence
- Community violence can be classified into three types: pathological, predatory, and situational.
Psychopathological Violence
- This form of violence arises due to mental illness rather than situational responses or as an indicator of future criminal behavior.
Predatory Violence
- Predatory violence is intentional, aimed at gaining something, and is part of a pattern of antisocial behavior.
Situational Violence
- Situational violence is triggered by catalyzing events and can escalate the severity of the violent act.
Relational Violence
- This type represents domestic violence, where coercive or assaultive behaviors occur in relationships where one party seeks involvement with the other.
Types of Relational Violence
- Relational violence can be categorized into dating violence and domestic violence.
Dating Violence
- Involves physical acts between individuals in an intimate relationship who do not share a residence or children.
Domestic Violence
- Entails physical acts between family or household members, affecting not only the direct victims but also youth who witness such violence.
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Description
This quiz delves into the various aspects of trauma, including its definitions, effects on youth, and the necessity for trained staff in trauma care. It also explores the characteristics, prevalence, and cycle of violence. Test your knowledge on how trauma shapes individual experiences and community dynamics.
