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Trauma Conference 2015: Austerity, Poverty and Psychological Trauma

Trauma Conference 2015: Austerity, Poverty and Psychological Trauma

Thursday 28 May 2015, University of Stirling, Stirling

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The concept of exposure to a traumatic event(s) is now recognised as a contributing factor to the development of a variety of mental health issues. Research supports that major risk factors for mental health issues are poverty, poor education, unemployment, social isolation and adverse life experiences. Living within an environment of deprivation and poverty can increase the exposure and therefore vulnerability to psychological trauma through exposure to traumatic experiences.

To address the treatment and support needs of survivors of trauma within our services requires heightened awareness of the concept, and consequences of ‘Trauma’ across the lifespan.

This conference brings together researchers, clinicians and community action volunteers to share knowledge, insight and experience that address the direct impact on individuals, families and communities exposed to austerity and its consequences. Additionally it will provide a forum for discussion on the future direction of psychological trauma-informed care in our society.

SCPHRP will be running a workshop at the conference under the Public Health theme entitled ‘Generating evidence in public health: A case-study of austerity & health’. For more information about the conference and to register please visit the conference website: http://www.stir.ac.uk/trauma15/#. Please note registration closes on 14th May 2015.

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