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Compassion Fatigue:
Looking Out for Yourself
and Each Other
Anastasia Riley, MBA, CBIS
Terry Cunningham, MA, CBIS
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Session Objectives
• Review definition and examples of compassion fatigue
• Review warning signs of and self-assessments for
compassion fatigue
• Demonstrate self-care skills to prevent the onset or
worsening of symptoms
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Compassion Fatigue (CF)
Defined
Also called “vicarious traumatization” or secondary
traumatization (Figley, 1995).
The emotional residue or strain of exposure to working
with those suffering from the consequences of
traumatic events. It differs from burn-out, but can co-
exist. Compassion Fatigue can occur due to exposure
on one case or can be due to a “cumulative” level of
trauma.
The American Institute of Stress
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Self-Assessment: Questionnaires
See handouts:
• Compassion Fatigue Self-Test: An Assessment
(Portnoy, 1996)
• 40 items, scored on a 3-point scale
• Professional Quality of Life Scale (PROQOL, Version
5; Stamm, 2009)
• 30 items, scored on a 5-point scale
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ACTIVITY:
Compassion
Fatigue Self-
Test
Center for Excellence in Disabilities
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Cut-off Levels of Possible Concern
• Compassion Fatigue Self-Test
• Answered “1 (Very True)” to 15 or more items
• PROQOL, Version 5
• Compassion Satisfaction Scale
• Burnout Scale (remember to reverse * items)
• Secondary Traumatic Scale
• Scores above 42 are in the top 25% of those who complete the
PROQOL
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Compassion Fatigue vs. Burnout
Compassion Fatigue
Highly Variable in Onset:
Can develop in a rapid or more
gradual manner
Directly related to the nature
of the work and “overuse” of
compassion skills
Faster recovery time (if
recognized and managed
early)
Burnout
More Stable in Onset:
A cumulative, more gradual
process marked by exhaustion
and withdrawal
Typical Progression in Stages:
Enthusiasm→Stagnation→
Frustration→Apathy
Associated with the stress of the
workload and institution, NOT
the nature of the work
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Compassion Fatigue vs. Burnout
Similar symptoms can exist in both conditions. These include:
• Emotional exhaustion
• Reduced sense of personal accomplishment
• Mental exhaustion
• Decreased interactions with others (isolation)
• Depersonalization
• Physical exhaustion
The American Institute of Stress
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Who is Vulnerable to CF? (Figley, 2012)
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ACTIVITY:
WORKBOOK
Rewards/
Challenges
of
Caregiving
• You have been given a workbook with
several sections that cover various areas
of your helping profession, family life, or
other caregiving.
• We will complete portions of this
workbook together, and others you can
complete later on your own.
Effects of CF on the Individual
• Excessive blaming
• Bottled up emotions
• Isolation from others
• Receives unusual amount of complaints from others
• Voices excessive complaints about administrative
functions
• Substance abuse used to mask feelings
• Compulsive behaviors (such as overspending,
overeating, gambling, sexual addictions)
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Effects of CF on the Individual
(continued)
• Poor self-care (i.e., hygiene, appearance)
• Legal problems, indebtedness
• Reoccurrence of nightmares and flashbacks to traumatic
event
• Chronic physical ailments such as gastrointestinal
problems and recurrent colds
• Apathy, sadness, loss of pleasure
• Difficulty concentrating
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Effects of CF on the Individual
(continued)
• Mentally and physically tired
• Preoccupied
• In denial about problems
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Effects of CF on the Workplace
• High absenteeism
• Constant changes in co-workers relationships
• Inability for teams to work well together
• Desire among staff members to break company
rules
• Outbreaks of aggressive behaviors among staff
• Inability of staff to complete assignments and tasks
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Effects of CF on the Workplace
(continued)
• Inability of staff to respect and meet deadlines
• Lack of flexibility among staff members
• Negativism towards management
• Strong reluctance toward change
• Inability of staff to believe improvement is possible
• Lack of a vision for the future
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Warning Signs
• Flat/blunted affect
• Numbness
• Change of world view, including statements of:
• Helplessness
• Hopelessness
• Worthlessness
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Self-Assessment: Circles of Support
Consists of four levels of social support:
• Circle of Intimacy – Those you couldn’t imagine living
without
• Circle of Friendship – Key people who just missed the First
Circle
• Circle of Participation – People who’s main relationship to
you is due to sharing a common interest or activity
• Circle of Exchange – People involved in your life because
they are paid to be there
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ACTIVITY:
Circles of
Support
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Discussion: Self-Care Skills
What are you currently doing to cope with
caregiving-related stress in your life?
What has been working and/or not working?
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ACTIVITY:
My Roles
&
Identity Pie
Center for Excellence in Disabilities
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Dreams, Themes, and
Intervention Schemes
Dream Theme Example Intervention
Become a doctor Wants to have prestige and
work with medicine
• Get a white coat
• Make sure office/ house
nurse has supplies (e.g.,
alcohol wipes, bandages)
Be Batman Wants to be a detective, help
others
• Volunteer
• Help run “Lost & Found”
Go to the Bahamas Wants to be in a tropical
environment
• Go swimming at a local lake
by a sand beach
• Have a luau party
Go to college Wants to learn something new • Have a daily word/online
research topic
Hogewey Village (Netherlands)
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Cooper, B., 2013
1. Exercise – 7 minutes might be enough
2. Sleep more – you’ll be less sensitive to negative
emotions
3. A shorter commute
4. Spend time with friends and family
5. Go outside – happiness maximized at 57 degrees (F)
6. Help others – 100 hours/year is the magical number
7. Practice smiling
8. Plan a trip – even if you don’t take one
9. Meditate – rewire your brain for happiness (mindfulness)
10.Practice gratitude
10 Ways to be Happier Today
Other Happiness-Boosting Ideas
•Laughter
•Pet a pet
•Eat yourself happy
•Omega 3s and Vitamin B
•Nature
•Try aromatherapy
•Bergamot, Geranium, Neroli
and Jasmine
•Take a risk
•Talk it out
•Schedule in regular
treats
•Set yourself a goal
•Green Tea
•Positive Attributes
List
•Own and love your
uniqueness
•Live in the moment
Healthy Active Living
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Thinking Outside the Box
• Empowering yourself and support system
• No bad ideas – use anything to build
• Challenge the status quo
• Work to energize and challenging yourself to action
• Conduct brainstorming sessions with your co-
workers, family, and individuals you serve
• Figuring out barriers…
• …so you can overcome them
• Try new things
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Compassion Fatigue References:
American Institute of Stress (2015) http://www.stress.org/military/for-
practitionersleaders/compassion-fatigue/
Compassion Fatigue Awareness Project (2013)
http://www.compassionfatigue.org/
Figley, C. R. (Ed.) (1995). Compassion fatigue: Coping with secondary traumatic
stress disorder in those who treat the traumatized. NY: Brunner/Mazel.
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Positive Behavior Support
Person-Centered Planning/Quality of Life References:
Falvey, M.; Forest, M.; Pearpoint, J.; Rosenberg, R. (1997) All My Life’s a Circle
Using the Tools: Circles, MAPS & PATHS. Inclusion Press.
Inclusion Press. http://www.inclusion.com/
World Health Organization (1997) WHOQOL: Measuring Quality of Life
http://www.who.int/mental_health/media/68.pdf
Cooper, B. (2013) 10 Simple Things you can do today to make you happier,
backer by science. Buffersocial. https://blog.bufferapp.com/10-
scientifically-proven-ways-to-make-yourself-happier
10 Ways to Boost your Happiness. Realbuzz.com. Healthy Active Living.
http://www.realbuzz.com/articles/10-ways-to-boost-your-
happiness/#pagination-top
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THANK YOU!
For more Information:
1-855-558-4296
pbs.cedwvu.org
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Compassion Fatigue: Looking Out for Yourself and Each Other

  • 1. Compassion Fatigue: Looking Out for Yourself and Each Other Anastasia Riley, MBA, CBIS Terry Cunningham, MA, CBIS 1
  • 2. A part of West Virginia University & WVU Health Sciences Center Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 2
  • 3. Part of a National Network Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 3
  • 4. WVU CED’s Role: • Education and training to University students in multiple disciplines to prepare a workforce that is able and willing to serve persons with disabilities • Technical assistance to individuals with disabilities and direct care providers who serve them to enhance their skillset and improve service quality • Gap filling direct services and supports in an effort to improve availability and acceptability of services for West Virginians • Dissemination of information about the status of disabilities services in West Virginia and the nation • Research activities conducted in collaboration with partners, to improve services and policies related to individuals with disabilities and their families. Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 4
  • 5. About WVU CED • Serves individuals with disabilities across the life span in all 55 counties • 7 Programs • 4 Clinics • Approx. 90 Staff • Multiple state and federal partners Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 5
  • 6. Become an Affiliate Looking for a way to be more connected to CED? Individuals can now sign up to be an Affiliate of the CED. Affiliates will: • Receive updates on CED news and events • Have opportunities to provide input regarding programs, services and research projects http://www.cedwvu.org/about-ced/become-an- affiliate/ Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 6
  • 7. Session Objectives • Review definition and examples of compassion fatigue • Review warning signs of and self-assessments for compassion fatigue • Demonstrate self-care skills to prevent the onset or worsening of symptoms 7 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 8. Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 8
  • 9. Compassion Fatigue (CF) Defined Also called “vicarious traumatization” or secondary traumatization (Figley, 1995). The emotional residue or strain of exposure to working with those suffering from the consequences of traumatic events. It differs from burn-out, but can co- exist. Compassion Fatigue can occur due to exposure on one case or can be due to a “cumulative” level of trauma. The American Institute of Stress 9 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 10. Self-Assessment: Questionnaires See handouts: • Compassion Fatigue Self-Test: An Assessment (Portnoy, 1996) • 40 items, scored on a 3-point scale • Professional Quality of Life Scale (PROQOL, Version 5; Stamm, 2009) • 30 items, scored on a 5-point scale 10 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 11. 11 ACTIVITY: Compassion Fatigue Self- Test Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 12. Cut-off Levels of Possible Concern • Compassion Fatigue Self-Test • Answered “1 (Very True)” to 15 or more items • PROQOL, Version 5 • Compassion Satisfaction Scale • Burnout Scale (remember to reverse * items) • Secondary Traumatic Scale • Scores above 42 are in the top 25% of those who complete the PROQOL 12 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 13. Compassion Fatigue vs. Burnout Compassion Fatigue Highly Variable in Onset: Can develop in a rapid or more gradual manner Directly related to the nature of the work and “overuse” of compassion skills Faster recovery time (if recognized and managed early) Burnout More Stable in Onset: A cumulative, more gradual process marked by exhaustion and withdrawal Typical Progression in Stages: Enthusiasm→Stagnation→ Frustration→Apathy Associated with the stress of the workload and institution, NOT the nature of the work 13 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 14. Compassion Fatigue vs. Burnout Similar symptoms can exist in both conditions. These include: • Emotional exhaustion • Reduced sense of personal accomplishment • Mental exhaustion • Decreased interactions with others (isolation) • Depersonalization • Physical exhaustion The American Institute of Stress 14 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 15. Who is Vulnerable to CF? (Figley, 2012) 15https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7YIDFSBUwtY Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 16. 16 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 17. Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 17 ACTIVITY: WORKBOOK Rewards/ Challenges of Caregiving • You have been given a workbook with several sections that cover various areas of your helping profession, family life, or other caregiving. • We will complete portions of this workbook together, and others you can complete later on your own.
  • 18. Effects of CF on the Individual • Excessive blaming • Bottled up emotions • Isolation from others • Receives unusual amount of complaints from others • Voices excessive complaints about administrative functions • Substance abuse used to mask feelings • Compulsive behaviors (such as overspending, overeating, gambling, sexual addictions) 18 Compassion Fatigue Project Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 19. Effects of CF on the Individual (continued) • Poor self-care (i.e., hygiene, appearance) • Legal problems, indebtedness • Reoccurrence of nightmares and flashbacks to traumatic event • Chronic physical ailments such as gastrointestinal problems and recurrent colds • Apathy, sadness, loss of pleasure • Difficulty concentrating 19 Compassion Fatigue Project Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 20. Effects of CF on the Individual (continued) • Mentally and physically tired • Preoccupied • In denial about problems 20 Compassion Fatigue Project Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 21. 21 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 22. Effects of CF on the Workplace • High absenteeism • Constant changes in co-workers relationships • Inability for teams to work well together • Desire among staff members to break company rules • Outbreaks of aggressive behaviors among staff • Inability of staff to complete assignments and tasks 22 Compassion Fatigue Project Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 23. Effects of CF on the Workplace (continued) • Inability of staff to respect and meet deadlines • Lack of flexibility among staff members • Negativism towards management • Strong reluctance toward change • Inability of staff to believe improvement is possible • Lack of a vision for the future 23 Compassion Fatigue Project Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 24. Warning Signs • Flat/blunted affect • Numbness • Change of world view, including statements of: • Helplessness • Hopelessness • Worthlessness 24 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 25. Self-Assessment: Circles of Support Consists of four levels of social support: • Circle of Intimacy – Those you couldn’t imagine living without • Circle of Friendship – Key people who just missed the First Circle • Circle of Participation – People who’s main relationship to you is due to sharing a common interest or activity • Circle of Exchange – People involved in your life because they are paid to be there 25 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 26. 26 ACTIVITY: Circles of Support Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 27. Discussion: Self-Care Skills What are you currently doing to cope with caregiving-related stress in your life? What has been working and/or not working? 27 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 28. 28 ACTIVITY: My Roles & Identity Pie Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 29. Dreams, Themes, and Intervention Schemes Dream Theme Example Intervention Become a doctor Wants to have prestige and work with medicine • Get a white coat • Make sure office/ house nurse has supplies (e.g., alcohol wipes, bandages) Be Batman Wants to be a detective, help others • Volunteer • Help run “Lost & Found” Go to the Bahamas Wants to be in a tropical environment • Go swimming at a local lake by a sand beach • Have a luau party Go to college Wants to learn something new • Have a daily word/online research topic
  • 30. Hogewey Village (Netherlands) 30 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 31. Cooper, B., 2013 1. Exercise – 7 minutes might be enough 2. Sleep more – you’ll be less sensitive to negative emotions 3. A shorter commute 4. Spend time with friends and family 5. Go outside – happiness maximized at 57 degrees (F) 6. Help others – 100 hours/year is the magical number 7. Practice smiling 8. Plan a trip – even if you don’t take one 9. Meditate – rewire your brain for happiness (mindfulness) 10.Practice gratitude 10 Ways to be Happier Today
  • 32. Other Happiness-Boosting Ideas •Laughter •Pet a pet •Eat yourself happy •Omega 3s and Vitamin B •Nature •Try aromatherapy •Bergamot, Geranium, Neroli and Jasmine •Take a risk •Talk it out •Schedule in regular treats •Set yourself a goal •Green Tea •Positive Attributes List •Own and love your uniqueness •Live in the moment Healthy Active Living Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support 32
  • 33. Thinking Outside the Box • Empowering yourself and support system • No bad ideas – use anything to build • Challenge the status quo • Work to energize and challenging yourself to action • Conduct brainstorming sessions with your co- workers, family, and individuals you serve • Figuring out barriers… • …so you can overcome them • Try new things 33 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 34. 34 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 35. Compassion Fatigue References: American Institute of Stress (2015) http://www.stress.org/military/for- practitionersleaders/compassion-fatigue/ Compassion Fatigue Awareness Project (2013) http://www.compassionfatigue.org/ Figley, C. R. (Ed.) (1995). Compassion fatigue: Coping with secondary traumatic stress disorder in those who treat the traumatized. NY: Brunner/Mazel. 36 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 36. Person-Centered Planning/Quality of Life References: Falvey, M.; Forest, M.; Pearpoint, J.; Rosenberg, R. (1997) All My Life’s a Circle Using the Tools: Circles, MAPS & PATHS. Inclusion Press. Inclusion Press. http://www.inclusion.com/ World Health Organization (1997) WHOQOL: Measuring Quality of Life http://www.who.int/mental_health/media/68.pdf Cooper, B. (2013) 10 Simple Things you can do today to make you happier, backer by science. Buffersocial. https://blog.bufferapp.com/10- scientifically-proven-ways-to-make-yourself-happier 10 Ways to Boost your Happiness. Realbuzz.com. Healthy Active Living. http://www.realbuzz.com/articles/10-ways-to-boost-your- happiness/#pagination-top 37 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support
  • 37. THANK YOU! For more Information: 1-855-558-4296 pbs.cedwvu.org 38 Center for Excellence in Disabilities Positive Behavior Support