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American Military University Psychological Phases of Disaster Response Questions

 

  1. The
    psychological phases of disaster response provide a useful framework for
    behavioral health providers and other agency professionals and
    community members to understand the psychological and emotional
    transitions throughout the disaster recovery process. Below, identify and explain, with detail, a disaster response phase. Select
    a disaster, either historic or modern day, and describe the selected
    psychological phase of disaster response exemplified in the chosen
    disaster
  2. Individuals
    present with physical complaints more in the case of chemical or
    biological events, these are often seen secondary to any psychological
    symptoms that may be present. Discuss
    the phenomenon that is described above and how effective disaster
    behavioral health methods can be used to mitigate the strain on
    resources in disaster response circumstances when such presentations
    emerge.
  3. Discuss
    the roles of risk and protective factors in disaster resilience as they
    are advanced in resiliency theory. Explain the most notable differences
    that might be observed in disaster response situations by behavioral
    health providers applying ideals of resiliency theory. Share your
    thoughts on whether resiliency theory offers an enhanced approach to
    disaster recovery for most communities.
  4. Social
    support is a critical element in the disaster recovery process for each
    affected individual. Indeed, social support serves as a significant
    protective factor against PTSD and other psychological effects of
    disaster. Discuss the concept of the social support network and its importance to the larger community following a disaster event. How do benefits of the social support network compare to those of the social support seen at the individual level?