Event Details

CE Program/Activity
 Coping with Traumatic Events
Provider
 Massachusetts Commission for the Blind (MCB)
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Location
 Available Online - Available via Zoom to MCB staff when Registering
Date(s)
 July 6, 2022 - July 6, 2022
CE Hours
 1
Contact Information
 Samantha.Linden@mass.gov
Registration Information
 Available to MCB Staff Only
Fees
 N/A
Description of CE Program/Activity
 Traumatic events, which can range from Covid-19, war, violence, natural disasters, among others. Whatever form they take, when trauma hits close to home, it can be hard to process. This program helps identify and normalize reactions to traumatic events. Participants will explore the broad emotional impact and look at healthy ways to cope both personally and when providing support.Participants will: Define what a "critical incident" is Discuss expected expressions of grief Identify appropriate means of support Learn effective stress-reduction techniques Determine when to seek professional support Explore the range of normal responses to a critical incident