Trauma Sensitivity: Mitigating Risk to Researchers & Research Participants
Description
This workshop is designed for students in the early stages of their dissertation research. The session may be of particular interest to students working with sensitive subjects and/or potentially traumatized populations, though all interested are welcome to attend.
We will review diverse definitions of complex, individual, and collective trauma, emphasizing its ubiquity and the importance of trauma sensitivity. Participants will practice responding to signals of distress in research participants and develop an action plan for their unique field site. We’ll learn about the risks of vicarious trauma to student researchers, and explore methodological tools and self-care strategies for prevention. Students will leave with an array of practical tips for conducting trauma-informed research and tools for self-care.