Disaster Response

Coping After Mass Trauma

The effects of traumas and disasters can have tremendous psychological impacts on those who are affected directly and indirectly. Affected individuals may have various stress reactions that present psychological, as well as physical, symptoms. However, there are steps that individuals can take for themselves and their families to mitigate and lessen the psychosomatic impacts felt by the community at large and those involved in the event.

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Dos and Dont's of Disaster Response

DOs

Be Prepared - don’t volunteer to help if you are also in crisis/ dealing with the disaster yourself

Be healthy 

Be humble as you offer assistance

Practice self-care: set good boundaries

Offer to help however you can 

Know & follow your organizational and leadership structure

 

DONT'S

Refer people to your own practice

Don’t overextend yourself

Don’t become another casualty

Expect others to cater to your needs

Assume that being in charge is the best or only way to be of use
 
 

Helping Children Cope with Disasters

Children are not exempt from psychological impacts caused by man-made or natural disasters. Understandably, many young children may feel frightened and confused. Fortunately, most children, even those exposed to trauma, are quite resilient.

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Become a Red Cross Disaster Mental Health Volunteer

The American Red Cross provides disaster training for mental health professionals, including online modules.

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Hurricane Resources for Psychiatrists

With Hurricane season upon us, the NCPA Disaster Committee has compiled resources and guides on how mental health professionals can help the public prepare for and cope with the immediate aftermath of hurricanes, floods, and other traumatic events. 

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