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Compassion Fatigue and the Addiction Professional

In this presentation, Dr. Michael Barnes reviews the increased potential for Compassion Fatigue in addiction treatment providers. Dr. Barnes will describe Compassion Fatigue, how it develops, common symptoms, and methods of addressing its impact. He will introduce the impact of secondary and chiasmal trauma that affects families, organizational systems and communities, as individuals struggle to cope with clients, family members, and friends being impacted by SUD and other issues. Finally, Dr. Barnes will identify self-care practices that can assist professionals to better cope with the demand for living and working in their chosen profession.

Earlier Event: February 25
February CO-PLA Book Club
Later Event: April 6
April 2022 - Networking and Lunch