This session is intended to be of benefit to those who come into contact with or are likely to come into contact with adult survivors of Adverse Childhood Experiences in the course of their work and who wish to gain an insight into Dissociative Identity Disorder, PTSD, the overall effects of trauma and the presentation and workshop are based on both factual research and lived experiences from a survivor's perspective. Nonetheless, the experiences, symptoms and behaviours discussed are common in survivors of numerous life events experienced at any age. It aims to provide awareness of the types of trauma related disorders known to exist with the aim that attendees will develop a basic understanding of the subject but which will equip them to deal with individuals potentially experiencing symptoms and have the confidence to discuss the possibilities with colleagues or supervisors.

A workshop, "Handling Those In Distress" will follow the morning presentation, "Understanding Dissociation & Trauma" by Julie Anne, and its focus will be on handling distressed, potentially dissociative individuals where participants will share their knowledge and experience discussing concepts of what can be helpful or unhelpful, "perceptions" of behaviour, consider relevant aspects of Neuro Linguistic Programming and attachment disorders as well as some techniques to help find the "core self" and grounding. Participants are invited to fully participate in these discussions and activities.

What to expect:

• Authentic, personal account of dissociative experiences and trauma related behaviours
• Consideration of the needs of survivors, social failings and the way forward
• Opportunity to ask questions relating to the presentation
• Presentation “Understanding Dissociation & Trauma” with break for refreshments
• Lunch* is a packed lunch consisting of sandwiches, crisps, fruit and piece cake.
• Workshop with activities.
• Refreshments included
• Materials and certificate of attendance included

*LUNCH: Lunch provided by the venue which does not allow own food to be brought onto the premises and cannot provide a buffet at this time owing to current coronavirus safety guidelines. Special dietary requirements can be catered for so please mention this on booking. You are welcome to get in touch with any questions.
PARKING & PUBLIC TRANSPORT: There is free on-site parking at this site, however, other visitor/staff cars may also be using the car park on this day. Further free on-street car parking is available all around and near the venue which is partly in a residential area so please be considerate of residents' access. Flint train station and bus stops are within 5 minutes walk from the venue.

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Important: All events are subject to minimum numbers being booked to attend. Should an event have to be cancelled by the provider, either a refund, transfer to or credit toward a different event will be offered. No refunds will be issued for cancellations made by attendees/organisations within three working days prior to the event. Cancellations made within two weeks of and before three working days prior to any event that includes a lunch option will receive a partial refund i.e. the fee paid less the proportion paid for the lunch option.

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