Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Moral Injury and PTSD
Moral Injury and PTSD
Moral Injury and PTSD
Sunday 27th June 2021
Learn about moral injury and PTSD, their causes, effects, and treatments with Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes on Counselor Toolbox Podcast.
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Get the buttons here!Understanding Moral Injury and PTSD: Insights from Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes
Moral injury is the inability to contextualize or justify personal actions or the actions of others and this unsuccessful accommodation of these experiences into pre-existing moral schemas.
Have you ever felt the weight of a moral dilemma long after the event has passed? In this episode of the 'Counselor Toolbox Podcast', Dr. Dawn-Elise Snipes takes a deep dive into the challenging topics of moral injury and PTSD. She starts by defining what moral injury is—those moments when our actions, or inactions, deeply conflict with our moral beliefs, causing emotional and psychological distress. Dr.
Snipes explains the root causes and effects of moral injury, shedding light on how it differs from PTSD but often intertwines with it. The discussion doesn't stop at definitions; Dr. Snipes emphasizes the critical role of empathy and compassion in addressing these issues, not just for those directly affected but also for their loved ones and children. She walks listeners through the evolution of therapy for moral injury, highlighting cognitive processing therapy and acceptance and commitment therapy as effective approaches.
By exploring various moral challenges, Dr. Snipes guides listeners on how to build moral resistance and the courage to face distressing situations while staying true to their values. If you're looking to understand more about these complex issues and gain practical advice on handling them, this episode is a must-listen.