1. Does environment lead to increased risk of PTSD or increased resilience? Why?

2. View the short film Under Our Skin: What does Microaggression Mean to You before answering this questions.

Microaggressions are defined as the everyday, subtle, intentional — and oftentimes unintentional — interactions or behaviors that communicate some sort of bias toward historically marginalized groups.. Describe how microaggressions can become the contributing factors in the formation of PTSD.

3.You have read about some of the variables that contribute to the onset or exacerbation of PTSD for people who have experienced violence?

What are some of the implications for social policy? For example, should there be more or less emphasis on certain social service programs, policies, or initiatives that support people living with, or at risk of developing PTSD?

Please provide specific examples of PTSD-related policies or initiatives

4. Identify one piece of new information you learned this module.