Problem:
Based on the case study and resources below; provide an infographic by answering the following questions:
Define race-based trauma.
Describe two specific interventions that can be used to help someone address the effects of race-based trauma.
Include specific references to resources and research in the infographic.
Then provide a reflection by answering the following questions:
Explain the effects of race-based trauma on Sandra
Explain the characteristics and skills newer social workers may need to develop to address race-based trauma.
Explain the essence of the specific interventions used in your infographic. Need Assignment Help?
Case Study:
Sandra, a 28-year-old bi-racial female, is seeking treatment for depression at a local wellness center that provides multiple services including: therapists, social workers, addiction counselors, as well as classes in yoga and art therapy.
After several sessions, Sandra begins to talk about her feelings of anxiety around driving. She says that she has been pulled by the police numerous times in the past year, and now she is fearful of driving. Sandra believes she might be being targeted because of her race. She is bi- racial, though, and always could identify with both sides of her family. Sandra explains that her mom has accused her of making up stories and has told her that her race has nothing to do with it. Sandra recounts how her mom has called her a victim throughout her life, including incidents in the past when Sandra was accused of cheating during high school and stealing from her roommates during college. Listing all of the events make her realize that their combined impact over her entire life is a form of trauma.
Resources:
Pajak, A. (n.d.). Understanding racial trauma-informed interventions. Social Work Today.
Hardy, V. L. (2022, July 25). What about social justice? Confronting race-based trauma. The New Social Worker.
Pajak, A. (2019, June 12). Beyond colorblindness: Addressing racial trauma and racial bias in social work. The New Social Worker.
Esaki, N., Reddy, M. & Bishop, C. T. (2022). Next steps: Applying a trauma-informed model to create an anti-racist organizational culture. Behavioral Sciences, 12(2), 41.
Note: Please ensure to use resources in responses and cite them as well. Thank you for your help!