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Hello Class. Happy Monday The trauma resulting from gun violence affects not only the direct victims but also their families, friends, witnesses, and the communities where the violence occurred. Social workers play a crucial role in addressing the mental health needs of those affected by gun violence. Immediate Crisis Intervention is a must. Social workers offer immediate support to victims and their families. They help manage acute distress, provide emotional support, and connect individuals to resources. Social workers engage in long-term therapy to help survivors process their trauma. They use various therapeutic approaches, including Trauma-Focused Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (TF-CBT) and Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR). These evidence-based therapies assist clients in coping with their experiences and developing resilience (Fischer et al., 2019). Trauma-focused cognitive-behavioral therapy (TF-CBT) is an evidenced-based approach for working with children and adolescents who have experienced traumatic events, such as sexual abuse, death of a parent, or natural disaster ( Gehart, 2015). I think the therapy that I would use with Peter is Trauma Informed. What distinguishes trauma therapy from other forms of mental health treatment is its focus on identifying the triggering event; its effect on mental, emotional, behavioral, and spiritual health; and its strategies to process the trauma and to enable a return to normal functioning and relationships. Trauma- informed therapy offers a compassionate and holistic approach to support gunshot victims as they navigate the emotional aftermath of violence. It recognizes a victim’s pain, validates their experiences, and provides tools for healing and resilience ( Ford, 2014). When it comes to gunshot victims, this therapy can play a crucial role in their healing process. Trauma-informed care is a strengths-based, rather than pathology-based, therapeutic approach that helps minimize perceived threats, avoid re-traumatization, and support recovery and emotional well-being. Three “Es” are central to this approach: the Events, the Experience, and the Effect. The three central components of trauma-informed care are: 1. Events: Acknowledging the traumatic experiences. 2. Experience: Understanding how trauma affects an individual. 3. Effect: Recognizing the emotional and psychological impact ( Dombo & Sabatino, 2019). Survivors of gun violence face immense emotional challenges. Whether they are victims themselves or have lost loved ones, the devastation is profound. Trauma-informed therapy provides a roadmap for addressing these emotional needs. It helps survivors cope with grief, anxiety, depression, altered perceptions, and other effects of trauma. Survivors can channel their pain into purpose by advocating for change, sharing their stories, and connecting with others who have experienced similar trauma. As a social worker we must acknowledge that trauma affects

people differently, and there is no one-size-fits-all approach. Trauma-informed therapy provides survivors with tools to navigate their unique healing journey ( Walkley & Cox, 2013). References Charles-Ford, S. (2014). Improving Post-Incident Trauma-Informed Care for Drive-By Shooting Victims/Survivors by building Collaborative Leadership Systems Among Agencies and Their Clients (Doctoral dissertation, Fielding Graduate University). Dombo, E. A., & Sabatino, C. A. (2019). Creating trauma-informed schools: A guide for school social workers and educators . Oxford University Press. Fischer, K. R., Bakes, K. M., Corbin, T. J., Fein, J. A., Harris, E. J., James, T. L., & Melzer- Lange, M. D. (2019). Trauma-informed care for violently injured patients in the emergency department. Annals of emergency medicine , 73 (2), 193-202. Gehart, D. R. (2015). Theory and Treatment Planning in Counseling and Psychotherapy (2nd ed.). Cengage Limited. https://capella.vitalsource.com/books/9781337509510 Walkley, M., & Cox, T. L. (2013). Building trauma-informed schools and communities. Children & Schools , 35 (2), 123-126.

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