Some of our most disturbing images of Hurricane Katrina involve the very old, trapped in flooded nursing homes, and the very young, sick in toxic trailers. Using the Katrina-Rita nexus as its reference point, Lifespan Perspectives on Natural Disasters takes the developmental long view on human strengths and vulnerabilities during large-scale devastation and crisis. An expert panel of behavioral scientists and first responders analyzes the psychological impact of natural disasters on--and coping faculties associated with--children, adolescents, and young, middle-aged, older,...
Some of our most disturbing images of Hurricane Katrina involve the very old, trapped in flooded nursing homes, and the very young, sick in toxic t...
This book examines traumatic stress stemming from natural and technicaldisasters as well as a variety ofother negative life events. It considers the consequences of negative life events for individuals, families and communities with a focus on long-term recovery and healing. This book progresses from sourcesto consequences of traumatic stress to pathways for long-term recovery and wellness. Datafrom a recently completed study on post-Hurricane Katrina resilience and recovery is utilized along withconcepts drawn from positive psychology."
This book examines traumatic stress stemming from natural and technicaldisasters as well as a variety ofother negative life events. It considers the c...
