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I wouldn't really call it traumatic per se; a lot of the time it can be a much-needed wake up call.
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For some people, it actually is a wake up call. But it's usually pretty traumatic for them as well. I guess it really depends on where it happens. Our holding cells are clean, but that's about it. Many of the people we arrest are there for a few days (For example, they get locked up two days before the next court day and they can't afford bail), and with them being in holding cells, they aren't allowed to shower and change clothes. It gets pretty funky. I've had a lot of folks that I actually feel sorry for when I bring them in. They're freaking out and crying hysterically from the time the cuffs go on. Then it's a whole lot of "Then what happens?!" questions. And when the reality of having to go from the processing area to the funky smelling area kicks in, it isn't pretty, especially if they're put in holding when there are already "real" criminals locked up with them. A lot of those folks, you don't see again but I'm certain they'll NEVER forget their stay with us.