Final quiz

Which of the following most clearly differentiates a healthy relationship from an abusive one? 

Emotional abuse can be just as damaging as physical violence and is one of the most commonly reported forms of domestic violence. 

You are interpreting in a shelter intake interview. The survivor says (in her language), “I have no idea what to do” and looks at you pleadingly. You feel moved to comfort her. 

What should you do? 

When repeatedly exposed to traumatic stories, what happens to the interpreter cognitively? 

Which of the following is an example of economic abuse as defined in the Power & Control Wheel? 

If an interpreter starts feeling detached, numb, or irritable after multiple violent cases, this may be a sign of vicarious trauma or compassion fatigue. 

A husband says during a counseling session (through the interpreter): 

“She doesn’t need to work. I make all the money so she can focus on staying home. It’s better for her this way.” 

Which wheel does this statement belong to and why? 

What is an appropriate interpreter action when working with other professionals? 

A survivor avoids talking about the incident, shows emotional numbness, and cannot remember key events. This behavior is most likely an example of: 

Which of the following BEST represents extreme self-care for interpreters working in high-trauma settings?