What is 'trauma-informed care' in mental health treatment?
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Explanation
Trauma-informed care recognizes that many people seeking mental health or healthcare services have histories of trauma. It shifts the focus from 'What's wrong with you?' to 'What happened to you?' It emphasizes safety, trustworthiness, choice, collaboration, and supporting safety in all clinical interactions to avoid inadvertently re-traumatizing patients.
Mental health treatment options include cognitive behavioral therapy, medication management, mindfulness-based approaches, and various evidence-based wellness programs.