MIND/BODY HEALTH:
rebuilding communities in mind and body
Whether you were directly affected by or witnessed the coverage of the hurricanes or a natural disaster, you may have experienced traumatic stress. Feeling physical or
emotional symptoms in response to a traumatic event is common and is called
a traumatic stress reaction. Anyone who has been through these things has […]

What is a Traumatic Stress Reaction?
People who experience or witness horrible events such as school shootings, combat, rape, torture, natural disasters, accidents or other things in which their physical safety and life — or the safety and life of others — was in danger have experienced a traumatic stress. People who are repeatedly exposed to […]

When a natural disaster affects a community, the resulting trauma can reverberate even with those not directly affected by the disaster.
Disasters of this type can be sudden and overwhelming. In addition to the often catastrophic toll on lives and property, a disaster like a tornado, hurricane or fire can have an impact on those who […]

Disasters are often unexpected, sudden, and overwhelming. In some cases, there are no outwardly visible signs of physical injury, but there is nonetheless a serious emotional toll. It is common for people who have experienced traumatic situations to have very strong emotional reactions. Understanding normal responses to these abnormal events can aid you in coping […]

Even if you were not directly affected by the hurricanes, you may experience a sense of vulnerability from witnessing the results of the disaster.
This can be especially acute if a relative or friend was affected by the disasters, particularly if you have been unable to get news on their welfare.
- Take a news break. Watching […]

Terrorism threatens a society by instilling fear and helplessness in its citizens. It seeks to hold a society or government hostage by fear of destruction and harm.
When terrorist acts occur, people generally look for ways to cope with the acute stress and trauma. Terrorism evokes a fundamental fear of helplessness. The violent actions are random, […]

The effects of the recent hurricanes will be long-lasting and the resulting trauma can reverberate even with those not directly affected by the disaster.
It is common for people who have experienced traumatic situations to have very strong emotional reactions. Understanding normal responses to these abnormal events can aid you in coping effectively with your feelings, […]

The effects of the recent tornadoes can be long-lasting and the resulting trauma can reverberate even with those not directly affected by the disaster.
It is common for people who have experienced traumatic situations to have very strong emotional reactions. Understanding normal responses to these abnormal events can aid you in coping effectively with your feelings, […]