Types of Trauma

People experience stress responses following many types of traumatic events. This section provides information on various trauma types, including war, disaster, terrorism, motor vehicle accidents and violence, such as sexual abuse. Find out about specific risks and effects of each type of trauma. The issues facing survivors and their families is relevant information for health care providers.

General Information on Traumatic Events

• Assessment: Trauma Exposure Measures
  These tools measure the type and severity of a traumatic experience. For each measure, a brief description, sample items, versions, references, and information on obtaining the measure are provided.
• Media Coverage of Traumatic Events: Research on Effects
  Discusses effects of news media coverage on children and adults. Suggests ways providers can help children and parents.
• Web Links: Types of Trauma
  Other web resources that can provide information on dealing with trauma types such as war, disaster and terrorism, sexual assault, violence, and more.