Disasters & Terrorism
People who go through or witness violent events such as school shootings, combat, rape, torture, natural disasters or accidents have experienced a traumatic stress. And some are repeatedly exposed to life or death situations in their work, such as EMT and rescue workers, police officers, fire fighters and military personnel. Understanding the effects of traumatic stress and the normal responses that may follow these abnormal events can help you cope with your thoughts and feelings on the path to recovery.
Manage flood-related distress by building resilience
You can take steps today to reduce stressful emotions in the midst of the flood-related chaos by strengthening your resilience.
Managing your distress about the earthquake from afar
For people with friends and family living in regions affected by earthquakes, watching the news coverage can be very distressing. Even for those without personal connections, it can be overwhelming. Tips to cope.
Managing traumatic stress: Tips for recovering from disasters and other traumatic events
Understanding the emotions and normal responses that follow a disaster or other traumatic event can help you cope with your feelings, thoughts and behaviors – and can help you on the path to recovery.
What do psychologists do at disaster sites?
Psychologists don’t offer therapy at disaster sites. Instead, they help survivors build on their internal strengths to start the process of recovery.
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