The Body Remembers: Healing from Generational Trauma Amidst Systemic Oppression-Slides

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The document discusses the initiatives and methodologies of the Opioid Response Network (ORN), funded by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA), to combat opioid and stimulant use disorders. The ORN provides technical assistance and resources to communities, organizations, and individuals to deliver evidence-based prevention, treatment, recovery, and harm reduction strategies. They employ local, experienced consultants and have region-specific teams led by Technology Transfer Specialists who are experts in evidence-based practices.<br /><br />One key aspect of the training offered by the ORN is addressing generational and developmental trauma, particularly as it relates to systemic oppression and health outcomes. The program highlights Resmaa Menakem’s techniques for anchoring the body to heal trauma and stresses the importance of understanding how racial discrimination can activate historical traumas. The training also touches on the effects of Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs) and promotes resilience-building among individuals.<br /><br />The document mentions the importance of completing a survey to provide feedback for ongoing support and improvement of services. It also notes that all educational activities are subject to accreditation standards, providing continuing education credits for multiple professions including nurses, physicians, pharmacists, social workers, psychologists, and counselors.<br /><br />Lastly, the document encourages the incorporation of mindfulness, meditation, and other self-care practices such as controlled breathing, yoga, and gratitude journaling, as these methods can positively impact the brain, promote resilience, and facilitate healing from trauma. It emphasizes that everyone has the capacity to grow from adversity and become more resilient, and it underscores a systemic shift towards healing-centered engagement for treating trauma.

Keywords

Opioid Response Network

SAMHSA

opioid use disorders

stimulant use disorders

evidence-based practices

generational trauma

Resmaa Menakem

Adverse Childhood Experiences

continuing education

mindfulness