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The impact of the earthquake on mental health

It is important
begin by mentioning that tremors and earthquakes are surprising events and
uncontrollable that threaten the physical and mental health of people. The
emotional reactions that people experience may vary according to
the particular situation that has been experienced and before the expectations of what
will happen.

Although reactions may vary, many people often
go through the following stages:

(one) Emotional Impact or Shock (usually
last shortly, but it causes intense anguish, and people feel fear,
confusion, hysteria, state of paralysis, “shock” and / or unreality). In
This state what people seek is to survive.

(two) Reaction (here the
people flee the place, but may experience anxiety, fear,
repeated thoughts about the experience). This state can last several hours and
What people are looking for is the company and support of family and friends.

(3) Heroism (Here we experience a sense of optimism that is produced by
the need to cooperate and help others). This state can last several
days and up to two weeks. Social networks and links are usually strengthened,
but people can also experience anxiety, fear, stress,
repetitive thoughts about what happened and symptoms of depression.

(4)
Disappointment (here people face the reality of their situation). East
Status can last a few months and up to a year or more. People tend to
Experience a depressive mood.

(5) Reconstruction (here the
people adapt back to a normal life). Despite feeling pain and
shame, people begin to accept the changes and new situations that
surround.

To level
Emotional people may experience hopelessness, demotivation, loss.
appetite, insomnia, disinterest, loss of pleasure, anxiety, stress,
excessive worry and symptoms of depression. An increase of
Psychiatric disorders such as Post-traumatic Stress Disorder, the
Depressive Disorder, Anxiety Disorders and alcohol consumption and
drugs It is very important to treat and treat the emotional symptoms that can
arise from a tremor or earthquake, but it is vital to take preventive measures and
get prepared.

Some strategies that we should all consider are the
following:

(1) Let’s accept that natural disasters occur and that we must
have an emergency plan
. Preparation occurs before the disaster, since
After the disaster happens it’s late.

(two) Educate yourself about the tremors and
earthquakes Locate shelters and safe areas. Evaluate if your home has a
sturdy structure

(3) Prepare a emergency bulk. Keep in a backpack
or bulk emergency and survival supplies.

(4) Keep on paper and
pencil the phone numbers of family, friends and agencies
emergency
. Many people depend on their cell phone or electronic devices to
be able to search for these phone numbers and forget that in an emergency
Services may be affected.

(5) Create a escape plan and put it
in practice. It is important to know the emergency exits, the places
Sure, where are you going to meet family and friends.

(6) Prepare
mentally to help other people. You and your family should evaluate
the magnitude of the problem, assess the consequences and impact on health
emotional and mental, and then develop an action plan. If you need professional help, coordinate
Appointment with a psychologist and a psychiatrist. Psychotherapy
Cognitive-behavioral and control-focused behavioral therapy have
proven to be effective treatment models.

Wednesday, November 27, 2019

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