Vicarious Trauma and Volunteers by Dr. Patricia Sherman

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Vicarious trauma in volunteers and post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) are becoming more talked about in the news and by organizations and people who are dealing with vicarious trauma or PTSD.

What are they?

Volunteers who serve victims that are experiencing pain and loss may develop a traumatic response called vicarious trauma or compassion fatigue, which left unchecked, could develop into post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).

This free online movie shows symptoms and the unhealthy behaviors volunteers and workers may use to deal with symptoms. You will see how to prevent post traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) and vicarious trauma in volunteers.

During a time of need, being a volunteer or worker can be an immensely rewarding endeavor. It's essential that it not become a dangerous one as well.

"Who is Dr. Patricia Sherman?"

I am an assistant professor of social work and Director of the Bachelor of Social Work program at Kean University in Union, NJ. I received my master's and doctorate degrees in social work from Rutgers University.
I have had a private practice for 20 years specializing in treating issues of sexual trauma, grief, chronic and terminal illness and adoption. Currently I have a consulting and training practice called Healing Is Possible, LLC.

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Patricia Sherman, Ph.D., LCSW
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