Trauma-Informed Care, H.O.P.E., and Resilience Building

Building resilience enhances health and well-being by helping individuals adapt to stress, recover from trauma, and maintain emotional balance.

Resilience reduces the impact of chronic stress on the body, lowering inflammation and the risk of illness while promoting healthier coping strategies. It strengthens mental health by improving emotional regulation, reducing anxiety and depression, and fostering a sense of control and optimism. Resilient individuals also develop stronger cognitive skills, better focus, and healthier relationships, which enhance overall quality of life.

Implementation of Trauma Informed Systems of Care, and the H.O.P.E. framework can help build resilience, leading to greater well-being and long-term health.

Resources

Where to Start

Reach out to the Wichita State University Community Engagement Institute to learn more about how to get this started in your community. Click here to contact them.

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