Protecting Ourselves and Our Staff from Vicarious Trauma

Dr. Bloom and Ms. Yanosy advocate for the integration of our emotional brain with our logical brain in order to unlock more effective ways of thinking and problem solving. With the importance of emotional understanding in mind, they look at mirror neurons and the biological factors that connect us to each other, including the capacity for empathy. Finally, the hosts dive into the history and risk factors of vicarious trauma for both individuals and organizations. They encourage leaders to become familiar with the warning signs and equip themselves with the proper tools to protect themselves and their staff from vicarious trauma.