How the Amygdala Hijack Hurts Vulnerable Workers: What Can We Do to Support Them?

Some parts of the brain never forget but remember in ways that we don’t have explicit awareness of. The memories have the potential to commandeer our emotions, cognition, and physical reactions. This has been referred to as the “amygdala hijack.” It matters for all of us and even more so for people who have experienced trauma. This module from NLL Faculty Director Dr. Tina Grotzer invites you to participate in a self-guided introduction, read a set of three case studies, and consider a set of guiding questions.

Self-Guided Slide Deck

Case Study 1: Lillian

Case Study 2: Patricio

Case Study 3: Daniela