Publisher/s
International Journal of Adolescence and Youth
Publication Date
29 December 2024
Author
Joanne Justus, Smruti Raghani

Trauma-informed design (TID) is an inventive architectural methodology that integrates trauma responsiveness into the design of shelters and supportive accommodations for children and youths.

This method aims to construct surroundings that endorse the rehabilitation and wellness of trauma survivors. TID strongly stresses principles including independence, protection, empowerment, and reliability. It is founded on the biopsychosocial model and trauma theory. Key design approaches comprise open floor designs, sensory concerns, solitude, adaptability, and a link to the outside atmosphere. However, difficulties comprising illiteracy, economic constraints, and individual variations in trauma responses need to be addressed.

The next stages in handling TID are escalating research, advocating for policy, and utilizing technology. TID can alter shelters into spaces where trauma survivor children can find liberation and healing by producing a warm and compassionate environment.

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