Title: The Connection Between Social Work and Secondary Trauma
Headings: The Connection Between Social Work and Secondary Trauma
The Connection Between Social Work and Secondary Trauma
Vicarious vs. Secondary Trauma in Social Work: What’s the Difference?
Examples of Vicarious and Secondary Trauma in Social Work
When Social Workers Experience Trauma
Signs of Secondary and Vicarious Trauma in Social Work
How to Manage, Treat, and Prevent Vicarious and Secondary Trauma
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Last Update: 02-12-2020

Content: Having nightmares about a client’s experiences. An increase in symptoms relating to a personal trauma, such as more flashbacks or anxiety. Feeling unable to support clients. Feeling exhausted, fatigued, overwhelmed, or burned out. Avoiding work or talking about work. Changes in eating or sleeping habits. Feeling jumpy or easily startled. New feelings of anxiety, fear, or anger. Difficulty talking about or identifying emotions. Increased conflict at work or at home.