1075-Essential TRAUMA INFORMED Skills for Counseling Older Adults

Counselor Toolbox Podcast with DocSnipes

#aging #aginggracefully #nursinghome #aginginplace 00:00:00 - Introduction and welcome by the host, Dr. Donell Snipes. 00:01:59 - Definition of trauma and exploration of how loss is traumatic. 00:03:30 - Identifying losses in different areas of life. 00:05:03 - Impacts of losing balance and mobility in aging adults. 00:07:24 - Discussion of anticipatory anxiety and grief related to aging. 00:09:33 - Effects of aging on independence and strategies for coping. 00:12:00 - Loss of hobbies and social connections due to physical limitations. 00:15:27 - Progression of chronic illnesses and managing their impact. 00:18:54 - Coping with loss of vision and hearing in later life. 00:21:15 - Addressing cognitive decline and dementia. 00:24:40 - Environmental changes and adaptation strategies for older adults. 00:28:30 - Emotional impacts of aging, including grief, anger, and frustration. 00:32:36 - Social interactions and challenges in maintaining connections. 00:36:02 - Financial strains and fears associated with aging expenses. 00:39:56 - Coping with the loss of a spouse and its implications. 00:44:18 - Empowering older adults to retain a sense of control. 00:48:39 - Grieving loss of identity and self-esteem in later years. 00:52:14 - Practical strategies to maintain autonomy and dignity. 00:55:30 - Caregiver challenges and communication techniques. 00:58:12 - Summarizing coping strategies and concluding the webinar.

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