The Role of Self-Compassion in Trauma Recovery for Children and Youth who have Experienced Adversity

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dc.contributor.authorSilva, Josy
dc.date.accessioned2024-07-11T21:58:37Z
dc.date.available2024-07-11T21:58:37Z
dc.date.issued2024-05
dc.description.abstractThere is a global recognition about the urgent need for effective, evidence-based programs to prevent and address childhood adversity. Self-compassion has been regarded as a critical protective factor and promoter of well-being for children and youth grappling with trauma. It stands as a powerful mechanism, shown to reduce anxiety, depression, self-injurious behaviours, suicide attempts, shame, self-criticism, while also fostering resilience, emotional regulation, and well-being in children and youth with a history of trauma. Despite the recognized benefits of cultivating self-compassion early in life, there is a notable lack of research and dedicated programs tailored for children and youth. This capstone project aims to address this gap by deepening the understanding of self-compassion as a pivotal tool for supporting young individuals navigating adversity and trauma. It emphasizes the crucial role of self-compassion as a potent healing medium for trauma survivors and underscores the nuanced approach required for its effective application. Ultimately, this capstone seeks to equip mental health professionals with a deeper understanding of self-compassion as an evidence-based, trauma-informed, and anti-oppressive strategy. It aims to help professionals support children and youth in navigating their experiences with trauma and promote their overall well-being.
dc.identifier.urihttps://hdl.handle.net/20.500.11803/2512
dc.language.isoen
dc.publisher.institutionCity University of Seattle (CityU)
dc.rightsAttribution-NonCommercial-NoDerivs 3.0 United States
dc.rightsopenAccess
dc.rights.urihttp://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/3.0/us/
dc.subjectself-compassion
dc.subjectchildhood trauma
dc.subjectwell-being
dc.subjectemotional regulation
dc.subjectattachment
dc.titleThe Role of Self-Compassion in Trauma Recovery for Children and Youth who have Experienced Adversity
dc.typeCapstone
thesis.degree.disciplineCounselling
thesis.degree.grantorCity University of Seattle (CityU)
thesis.degree.levelMasters
thesis.degree.nameMaster of Counselling
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