SHIFT Psycho-Educational Program for Exposed Individuals (PEP-EI)
This course offers exposed individuals the opportunity to learn about the negative effects caused by viewing child sexual abuse images, develop techniques to prevent vicarious trauma, compassion fatigue and burnout, and provide helpful strategies on how to support themselves and their peers. The training will be team taught by a mental health specialist, Jane Stevenson, and the Vermont ICAC Task Force Commander, Lt. Kristian Carlson.
This course was recorded on January 23, 2011, in San Diego, California.
Who should watch?
Professionals exposed to child pornography at work
- Investigators
- Forensic analysts
- Prosecutors
- Judges
- Court workers
- Others
Topics covered:
- Physiological Effects and Symptoms of Chronic Exposure to Child Abuse Images
- Factors that Contribute to Additional Negative Impacts
- Resiliency and Coping Skills
- Workplace Strategies
- Integrating Mental Health Professionals
- Family, Friends and Spousal Support
- Self-care techniques
Video
Click here to view video of course online.
You will need to register and login as an approved SHIFT user to view this course.
Certification
To take a quiz about the video and receive certificate of completion, click here.
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