WOMS 209 - Mindfulness and Self Care for Trauma Work: Gendered Perspectives

Victims of violence, including gender-based violence, experience trauma, but the advocates who work with them can experience trauma as well. For this reason, advocates need to develop self-care practices that nurture their physical and emotional wellbeing. Examines the science and experience of trauma, the mind/body health risks that advocates and other trauma professionals face, and the role that mindfulness can play in their self-care routines. Discuss how gender, race, and social inequality can shape their experience of and responses to trauma. Finally, students will practice mindfulness techniques throughout the semester, both inside and outside of class.
Repeatable for Credit: N Allowed Units: 3 Multiple Term Enrollment: N Grading Basis: Student Option