Violence, Trauma, and Trauma Surgery by Mark Siegler & Selwyn O. Rogers

Author:Mark Siegler & Selwyn O. Rogers
Language: eng
Format: epub
ISBN: 9783030312466
Publisher: Springer International Publishing

Socio-Ecology and Socio-Surgery

In a perfect world, the components of Earth’s various ecosystems work in tandem with one another to create a tightly woven web that ensures that the available resources are sufficient for all the species in the ecosystem. The socio-ecological model and theory developed by Urie Bronfenbrenner (Bronfenbrenner, 1979) describes healthy communities as having similar components to Earth’s ecosystems. The various components, i.e., individuals, interpersonal relationships, community, organization, and policies, make for a balanced socio-ecological system (Fig. 11.1). Bronfenbrenner suggested that an individual’s behavior is influenced and shaped by social networks, institutions, laws, policy, and how individuals choose to access relationships with these. The theory encompasses the idea that healthy and equitable communities include the driving forces of affordable housing, high-quality education, a thriving and inclusive economy, and a solid network of neighborhoods and businesses. These driving forces are similar to the energy flow within an ecosystem wherein there are enough producers and consumers to balance the system. High-quality education and schools act as the foundation for most socio-ecological systems. Within communities that are in socio-ecological balance, girls become thought leaders, innovators, and entrepreneurs. Girls who have access to high-quality education tend to pursue academic careers, which increase their ability to become self-sufficient with diversity in skills and professions. A diversified community that includes equitable housing, employment opportunities, and a consistent economy, along with access to high-quality education, creates a cycle of health, wellness, and success for girls within a balanced socio-ecological system. Although all relationships within a community are important for the healthy development of girls, the role of men, especially fathers, play a key role in reducing the incidences of trauma within a socio-ecological system. Studies demonstrate that the strong presence of caring men can serve as a protective factor in reducing risk among girls.

Fig. 11.1A girl-centered socio-ecological model

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