Trauma-Informed Law
/ˈtrɔːmə ɪnˌfɔːrmd lɔː/
Definitions
- (n.) A legal approach that integrates awareness of trauma's impact on individuals to inform policy, practice, and adjudication, aiming to reduce retraumatization and improve justice outcomes.
The court adopted trauma-informed law principles to ensure sensitive handling of abuse survivors.
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- trauma-informed law
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Commentary
Trauma-informed law emphasizes understanding clients' psychological and emotional trauma histories to tailor legal responses, often requiring interdisciplinary knowledge and specialized training.
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