Secondary traumatic stress in child welfare work
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Date
2010
Authors
Clarke, Allison
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Publisher
Lethbridge, Alta. : University of Lethbridge, Faculty of Education, c2010
Abstract
This project examines secondary traumatic stress (STS) and related concepts in the
context of the child-welfare system. The relationship between child protection work and
STS is highlighted, as well as the impact that STS has on workers in this field. To gain a
more accurate understanding of the condition, I argue that existing terms related to helper
trauma responses be classified more consistently under the rubric of STS. By
synthesizing the classification of helper responses in such a way, an increased
understanding of the condition may lead to enhanced professional education that
addresses STS. A sample Table of Contents and STS assessment measure is included for
the future development of a desk manual tool for child protection workers.
Description
vi, 68 leaves ; 29 cm
Keywords
Secondary traumatic stress , Child welfare workers -- Job stress , Stress (Psychology) , Burn out (Psychology) , Job stress