Trauma and Addictions
Description
Recent research has confirmed what addiction treatment providers already knew to be true: the large majority of people who suffer from addiction issues also have a history of trauma and/or victimization. Experiences of trauma can cause lasting psychological and physiological effects including deficiencies in emotional regulation problem-solving and impulse control. This in turn can lead to the use of alcohol drugs and/or addictive behaviours as a "functional fit" to cope with overwhelming emotions physical dysregulation and other post-traumatic symptoms.
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Overview
- Institution: Wilfrid Laurier University
- Level: University
- Language: English
- Course Code: 0108
- Delivery Method: Fully Online/Distance