Research-backed resources and training to bridge the gap in trauma and dissociation education for professionals and students.
TeachTrauma is an evidence-based educational hub dedicated to increasing research-backed knowledge about the prevalence, impact, and treatment of psychological trauma and dissociation. Our mission is to transform trauma education into a practical tool for healing, resilience, and systemic change.
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TeachTrauma is an educational website operated out of Towson University. Its purpose is to share research-based knowledge on the topic of trauma with members of the community, particularly those involved in education and training. We aim to increase knowledge about the prevalence, impact, and treatment of trauma in a format that is readily understood and utilized by educators and students, as well as the broader community.
Learn more about our team on our About page.
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Designed for educators, students, and clinical professionals, our platform provides a comprehensive suite of resources—including syllabi, classroom activities, and specialized programs like Finding Solid Ground—to bridge critical gaps in professional training.
By providing accurate information and addressing common misconceptions, we empower the next generation of practitioners to better recognize and support survivors within their communities.
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We invite you to spread awareness about trauma and its impacts by using our resources for educational purposes. Please note that these materials may not be used for profit.
What We Offer
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Education
Our Learn menu offers dozens of educational pages about the most important trauma-related topics, common misconceptions about trauma, and links to some of the most seminal studies in the field.
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Teaching Tools
Trauma is under-recognized and not always addressed in psychology courses. The pages in our Teaching Tools menu provide free syllabi, slide decks, videos, books, and more tools for educators to teach about trauma.
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Resources
Our “Get Help Now” page helps individuals learn how to tell if they might need support dealing with trauma, and guides them through connecting with an experienced treatment provider.