Vicarious Traumatization In Health Care

survivors through their painful experiences” (https://www.justice.gov/archives/ovw/blog/importance-understanding-trauma-informed-care-and-self-care-victim-service-providers). Over the course of months or years the effects of vicarious traumatization can accumulate, and, if left unaddressed, can do serious damage to the mental and emotional wellbeing of psychologists who work to support survivors.
Moreover, while Dr. Patel is continually increasing awareness of the traumatic effects of violence on psychologists and the importance of trauma informed care, it is vital to recognize the efforts Dr. Patel has made to the field of professional development and clinical psychology, which is why the community of psychologists support the development