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MODULE 3
Consequences of a Changed Community Environment
Post-Disaster
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Consequences of a Changed Community Environment Post-Disaster
Description: • Sets the stage to become aware of the
characteristics of the “second disaster”
Purpose: • To conceptualize the impact of the
changed environment
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QUESTION:
How does the change of familiar environments post-disaster affect people?
– house – roads
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lack of electricity/water employment schools
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• By destroying the meaning of everyday experience, as previously known to the individual, the capacity to orient oneself and perform daily tasks is distorted, adding to the suffering and sense of loss.
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• The cumulative effect of the disappearance of expectable sites and places produces differing levels of psychosocial trauma and loss reactions.
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• The sudden loss of concrete boundaries related to one’s socio-cultural environment affects each domain of his/her life.
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• The ability to master one’s daily life routine is notably affected.
– Social Interaction…changed or lost• Neighbors • Friends • Colleagues. etc.
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• The universality of response to traumatic events which destroy the physical structures of a community…– Manifested by different psychosocial reactions
in different cultures.
– These behaviors offer insight into the meaning of the experience within the cultural framework
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• The pervasive sense of disorientation will:– Impact one’s ability to function within his/her
roles.• Housekeeper• Business professional
• Teacher, etc.
• Effectiveness of functionality will be altered.
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Community response Community response to disaster evolves to disaster evolves throughthrough multiple multiple
stagesstages
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Many emotional Many emotional reactions of disaster reactions of disaster survivors stem from survivors stem from
problems of daily problems of daily living and impact living and impact
brought about by the brought about by the disaster.disaster.
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Physical harm to self or loved one Psychological overlay of:
Pain Physical debility Loss of function Need for rehabilitation Dependency
Sources: Myers, 2001; Flynn, 2002
Stressor-Stress Response Concept…Stressor-Stress Response Concept…
Factors that Determine Stressfulness:Factors that Determine Stressfulness:
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Lack of warning Warning: cues protective action No warning:
Shock and awe Maximum terror Maximum disruption
Sources: Myers, 2001; Flynn, 2002
Factors that Determine Stressfulness:Factors that Determine Stressfulness:
Stressor-Stress Response Concept…Stressor-Stress Response Concept…
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Shattering the illusion of safety in disaster, the individual suddenly becomes aware of
the presence of death or personal vulnerability to great harm.
Source: Shaw, 2003
Stressor-Stress Response Concept…Stressor-Stress Response Concept…
Factors that Determine Stressfulness:Factors that Determine Stressfulness:
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Disruption of support systems… Separation from loved ones Death of loved ones Displacement Disruption at home, work, or school Crisis of faith
Sources: Myers, 2001; Flynn, 2002
Stressor-Stress Response Concept…Stressor-Stress Response Concept…
Factors that Determine Stressfulness:Factors that Determine Stressfulness:
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Morbidity & Mortality
Injury Disease Death
Material Losses
Damage Destruction Economic loss
Social Disruption
Disruption of activities Population displacement Impact on health services
Psychosocial Impact
Distress response Behavior change Psychiatric illness
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Citizens/survivors are Citizens/survivors are distinguished by:distinguished by:
• Proximity to event
• Intensity of exposure
• Degree of personal harm
• Role in response and recovery
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Time-Phased Time-Phased
Response During Response During Disorganization Of TheDisorganization Of The
CommunityCommunity
Individual ResponseIndividual Response
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• Immediate• Short-term• Delayed
Individual ResponseIndividual Response
Physical, emotional, cognitive, Physical, emotional, cognitive, behavioral, and spiritual behavioral, and spiritual
responses are time-phased:responses are time-phased:
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Short-term ResponsesShort-term Responses
Appetite and dietary change Irritability Fatigue Insomnia Headaches
Physical
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Sleep problems
Aches and pains
Persistent fatigue
Lowered resistance to colds and infections
Random ResponsesRandom ResponsesPhysical
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Short-term ResponsesShort-term Responses
Guilt “Survivor guilt”
Helplessness Feeling overwhelmed Feeling detached
Emotional
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Random ResponsesRandom Responses
Grief/Sadness Fragility Feeling vulnerable Hopelessness
Emotional
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Delayed ResponsesDelayed Responses
Emotional numbing Self-blame Shame Change in awareness of one’s
surroundings
Cognitive
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Short Term Short Term ResponsesResponses
Disbelief Confusion Slowed thinking Distorted sense of time Impaired problem solving Loss of interest in activities that were once
pleasurable
Cognitive
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Random Responses
Difficulty concentrating Poor attention span Loss of ability to prioritize Difficulty making decisions Decreased self-confidence Intrusive images of the disaster
Cognitive
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Short-term ResponsesShort-term Responses
Startle reactions
Difficulty expressing oneself
Restlessness
Constant talking
Slowed reactions
Behavioral
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Short-term ResponsesShort-term Responses
Relationship problems Appetite changes Withdrawal Inability to rest Accident proneness Arguments Angry outbursts Increased use of tobacco and alcohol
Behavioral
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Future problem Future problem ResponsesResponses
Avoidance of reminders of the event Employment problems Lowered activity level Increased use of alcohol and/or drugs Constant need to talk about disaster
experience
Behavioral
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Long Term ResponsesLong Term Responses
Intense use of prayer
Spiritual
Grateful for being alive
Promising acts of contritionIf loved ones continue to stay safe
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Random ResponsesRandom Responses
Profound loss of trust
Loss of faith in self
• Intense sense of religious believes
• Complying with forgotten rituals
Spiritual
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Delayed ResponsesDelayed Responses
Questioning religious and spiritual values Loss (or renewal) of purpose Loss (or gain) in self-confidence Loss of (or renewed) faith in higher being
Spiritual
•Return of magical thinking
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• Long-term rebuilding:– Up to one year or more.
• Evolution of a strong community morale.
• Individual problems needing increased psychosocial assistance surface.
STAGE: Late AftermathSTAGE: Late Aftermath
Long Term Consequences
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LATE AFTERMATH
• Continuing problems with individuals from the private/government/reconstruction sectors
• Problems with landlords• Living in overcrowded homes/trailers• Increase in domestic violence and gangs• Traffic problems• Lack of programs for children• Increase in family tension
A percentage of the population will continue to show…
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Community Solidarity PhaseCommunity Solidarity Phase
Duration: weeks to months Survivor optimism Gratitude for survival Community solidarity Bonding Community acts to protect survivors
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Community SolidarityCommunity Solidarity
Assistance pours into the area: humanitarian / monetary
Media focuses on event…
MEDIA MESSAGE: Belief that life will rapidly return to normal
Cooperation to start repair of buildings and roads
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Reconstruction PhaseReconstruction Phase
Duration: months to years Rebuilding continues The new reality is accepted Anniversaries or reminders
may be distressing
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Reconstruction PhaseReconstruction Phase
Renewed appreciation for: life relationships
Reassessment of: priorities commitments
Recognition of: personal strengths
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Reconstruction PhaseReconstruction Phase
Recovery process for survivors is highly variable…
regain predisaster regain predisaster level of functioninglevel of functioning emerge at a emerge at a higherhigher level of functioninglevel of functioning
MOSTMOST
SOMESOME
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Symbols and RitualsSymbols and Rituals
Citizens understand the power of symbols… Symbols provide a way to express strong
emotions/beliefs when written and spoken word fails.
Source: Flynn, 2003
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Symbols and RitualsSymbols and Rituals
Symbols…• can unify across societal divisions.
• can be very culture-specific.
Source: Flynn, 2003Source: Flynn, 2003
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Duration:
The remainder of individuals’ lives.
Reaction: The survivors are unable to recover Chronic health and functional problems
Long-term Recovery…Long-term Recovery…
Long Term Consequences
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A new style and level of functioning: Resembles (but different from) the pre-
disaster physical, social and emotional existence for individuals and for the community.
Long-term Recovery…Long-term Recovery…
Long Term Sequelae