Asma: AI WHTY

Corporal Punishment

Physical punishment to discipline children, often leading to emotional and physical harm.

Emotional Impact

The conditioning of children to suppress their emotions, resulting in lifelong people-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries.

Cultural Context

Reflects normalized abuse patterns among marginalized communities, particularly affecting black children.

Resilience

The ability to overcome trauma through self-determination and community support.

National Child Protection Act

A law creating a national database for convicted child abusers, resulting from collaboration between Dr. Perry and Oprah.

Neuroscience Application

Dr. Perry's use of neuroscience to explain trauma’s impact on behavior and emotional responses.

Dissociation

A mental process where individuals disconnect from their immediate environment or emotions, often serving as a survival mechanism.

Adaptive Memory

The brain's ability to form connections between past experiences and present reactions.

Implicit Bias

Unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner.

Relational Poverty

The lack of sufficient adult support in children's lives, contributing to developmental and emotional difficulties.

Therapeutic Moments

Short, positive interactions that provide emotional regulation and support in the healing process.

Trauma-Informed Care

An approach focused on understanding and addressing trauma's impact on behavior and health.

Neuroplasticity

The brain's capacity to change and adapt, particularly in response to experiences.

Evocative Cues

Sensory inputs that trigger trauma-related reactions based on past experiences.

Post-Traumatic Growth

Positive psychological change experienced as a result of adversity and challenging life circumstances.

Goldilocks Principle

The concept that challenges should be moderate—neither too easy nor too hard—for effective learning and resilience building.

Generational Trauma

Trauma that is passed down from one generation to the next, impacting families and communities.

Neurosequential Model

A therapeutic approach developed by Dr. Perry that emphasizes sequential engagement to promote healing.

Attachment Theory

A psychological model that describes the dynamics of long-term interpersonal relationships between humans.

Systemic Inequities

Structural disadvantages ingrained in society that disproportionately affect marginalized groups.

Personal Codebook

The unique mental framework formed by early life experiences that guides future interpretations and reactions.

Tree of Regulation

A metaphor for the neural networks that develop through consistent, nurturing relationships, impacting emotional regulation.

Trauma-Informed Practices

Strategies that are sensitive to individuals' past histories of trauma to facilitate healing and support.

Corporal Punishment

Physical punishment to discipline children, often leading to emotional and physical harm.

Emotional Impact

The conditioning of children to suppress their emotions, resulting in lifelong people-pleasing and difficulty setting boundaries.

Cultural Context

Reflects normalized abuse patterns among marginalized communities, particularly affecting black children.

Resilience

The ability to overcome trauma through self-determination and community support.

National Child Protection Act

A law creating a national database for convicted child abusers, resulting from collaboration between Dr. Perry and Oprah.

Neuroscience Application

Dr. Perry's use of neuroscience to explain trauma’s impact on behavior and emotional responses.

Dissociation

A mental process where individuals disconnect from their immediate environment or emotions, often serving as a survival mechanism.

Adaptive Memory

The brain's ability to form connections between past experiences and present reactions.

Implicit Bias

Unconscious attitudes or stereotypes that affect understanding, actions, and decisions in an unconscious manner.

Relational Poverty

The lack of sufficient adult support in children's lives, contributing to developmental and emotional difficulties.

Therapeutic Moments

Short, positive interactions that provide emotional regulation and support in the healing process.

Trauma-Informed Care

An approach focused on understanding and addressing trauma's impact on behavior and health.

Neuroplasticity

The brain's capacity to change and adapt, particularly in response to experiences.

Evocative Cues

Sensory inputs that trigger trauma-related reactions based on past experiences.

Post-Traumatic Growth

Positive psychological change experienced as a result of adversity and challenging life circumstances.

Goldilocks Principle

The concept that challenges should be moderate—neither too easy nor too hard—for effective learning and resilience building.

Generational Trauma

Trauma that is passed down from one generation to the next, impacting families and communities.

Neurosequential Model

A therapeutic approach developed by Dr. Perry that emphasizes sequential engagement to promote healing.

Attachment Theory

A psychological model that describes the dynamics of long-term interpersonal

Bessel van der Kolk

A psychiatrist known for his research on trauma and its effects, particularly regarding how trauma is processed in the brain.

Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs)

A term describing various forms of childhood trauma, including abuse, neglect, and household dysfunction.

Restorative Practices

Approaches that seek to repair harm through dialogue and mutual agreement, focusing on healing relationships.

Self-Regulation

The ability to manage one’s emotional state and behavior in response to stress or challenges.

Mindfulness-Based Interventions

Therapeutic approaches that encourage present-moment awareness to help manage stress and trauma reactions.

Somatic Experiencing

A therapeutic technique aimed at relieving the symptoms of trauma by focusing on bodily sensations.

Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

A form of psychotherapy that helps individuals understand and change their thought patterns to improve emotional regulation.

Attachment Styles

Patterns of attachment behavior that influence interpersonal relationships, developed in childhood based on caregivers.

Empowerment

The process of gaining agency and control over one’s life, often seen as vital in recovering from trauma.

Community Resilience

The ability of a community to withstand and recover from adverse situations, leveraging social and communal networks.

Trauma Recovery

The process of healing from trauma, involving the rebuilding of one’s sense of self and trust in others.

Social Support Systems

Networks of family, friends, and community members that provide emotional and practical assistance.

Emotion Regulation Strategies

Techniques used to manage and respond to emotional experiences in adaptive ways.

Resilience Factors

Characteristics or conditions that enhance an individual's ability to cope with adversity.

Narrative Therapy

A therapeutic approach that uses storytelling to help individuals make sense of their experiences.

Healing-Oriented Practices

Activities or therapies designed to promote mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Mind-Body Connection

The interrelation between a person's thoughts, emotions, and physical health.

Crisis Intervention

Immediate, short-term assistance provided to individuals in psychological distress.

Adaptive Coping Mechanisms

Strategies that help individuals handle stress and adversity in a constructive manner.

Interpersonal Neurobiology

The study of how relationships and experiences affect brain development and functioning.

Cultural Competence

The ability to understand, communicate with, and effectively interact with people across cultures.

Social Justice

The pursuit of equity and fairness in society, addressing issues of rights and opportunities.

Trauma-Informed Education

An approach to education that acknowledges the impact of trauma on learning and behavior.

Vicarious Trauma

Emotional impact experienced by individuals who are indirectly exposed to trauma through others.

Bruce Perry

A psychiatrist and neuroscientist known for his work on childhood trauma and its effects on development.

Restorative Justice

A principle that emphasizes repairing the harm caused by criminal behavior through dialogue and reconciliation.

Social Emotional Learning (SEL)

An educational framework that teaches students to manage emotions, establish positive relationships, and make responsible decisions.

Neurodevelopment

The process by which the nervous system and brain develop over time, influenced by genetics and environment.

Adverse Experiences

Difficult life events that can adversely affect an individual's mental, emotional, and physical health.

David Finkelhor

A sociologist known for his research on child victimization and abuse.

Predictable Patterns of Trauma

Common sequences of reactions and adaptations individuals experience as a result of traumatic events.

Compassion Fatigue

Emotional and physical stress that results from caring for others in distress, often affecting caregivers.

Biodiversity and Resilience

The connection between the variety of living organisms and the ability of systems to adapt and recover from changes.

Cognitive Dissonance

The mental discomfort experienced when holding two or more conflicting beliefs, values, or attitudes.

Narrative Competence

The ability to construct and interpret stories, vital for understanding oneself and others’ experiences.

Holistic Healing

An approach to health that considers the whole person, including their physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Peer Support

Support from individuals with shared experiences, contributing to emotional healing and resilience.

Microaggressions

Subtle, often unintentional, discriminatory comments or actions that can have a cumulative negative effect on individuals.

Self-Compassion

Treating oneself with kindness and understanding in the face of suffering or perceived inadequacy.

Positive Psychology

The study of what makes life worth living, focusing on strengths, virtues, and factors that contribute to a fulfilling life.