Clinical Interviewing With Trauma Victims

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Abstract
During the past decade, research methodology in the area of child and adult violence has increasingly utilized a clinical interview methodology. Although this methodology promises a more reliable and clinically rich set of data, it also carries higher degree of risk of emotional distress to the interview participants. Thus far, most of the focus on risk has been directed toward the respondent or subject; however, this article describes differing aspects of risk for the interviewer and presents clinical examples. Approaches to minimizing and managing emotional distress on the part of the interviewer are presented, with an emphasis on recruitment of research personnel, initial and ongoing training, and structuring regular interviewer team meetings. It is proposed that the safety and emotional health of both the respondent and the interviewer should always take priority over data collection.

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