Coping with disaster—mentallyEach person's response to a traumatic event is different; people experience stress and anxiety in their own way. Responses to disaster can appear immediately or even months later. Most importantly though, know you are not alone in your pain and that there is help.
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Helping kids deal with the trauma of terrorism and warSome youngsters are more vulnerable to trauma than others, for reasons scientists don't fully understand. Loss of trust in adults and fear of the event occurring again are responses seen in many children and adolescents who have been exposed to traumatic events. Other reactions vary according to age. Read more here.
Recognizing post-traumatic stress disorder: the first step toward healingAfter a loss, it is normal to go through a natural grieving process. Sometimes, however, after a tragedy, feelings of loss surface several weeks or months after the tragedy occurred. This is called post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD). Recognizing these symptoms in yourself or others is the first step toward recovery and finding appropriate treatment.
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Unique concerns when dealing with a sudden lossAny loss of a loved one is tragic and painful. But when death occurs from a sudden, unexpected cause such as an accident, natural disaster, suicide, or murder, the reactions of the survivors in coping with their grief can be intense. Read more here.
Faith, prayer, and healingIn cultures around the world, spirituality has historically played a large and very important role in healing. In today’s science-based, technological world, these practices now fall into the category of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). But how large a role does prayer still play in today’s world?
