mass trauma

Question 1

What is mass trauma?

Answer 1

A traumatic event or series of events affecting a large number of individuals simultaneously

Question 2

What are the main types of mass trauma events?

Answer 2

Natural Disasters (earthquakes, tsunamis, hurricanes)
Man-Made Incidents (war, industrial accidents)
Pandemics
Deliberate Harm Events (mass shootings, terrorism)⁠
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Question 3

What are the three classifications of mass trauma by onset and duration?

Answer 3

1. Sudden Incidents (unexpected events like terrorist attacks)
2. ‘Rising Tide’ Incidents (gradually developing threats like pandemics)
3. Long-Term/Recurrent Threats (chronic exposure without endpoint

Question 4

What percentage of survivors may develop mental disorders?

Answer 4

10-20% of survivors, though some incidents see significantly higher rates⁠

Question 5

What are the common disorders following mass trauma?

Answer 5

PTSD
Depression
Anxiety
Problematic Alcohol Use
Insomnia⁠

Question 6

What are the three levels of prevention in public health approach?

Answer 6

1. Primary: Prevent exposure to trauma
2. Secondary: Early identification and immediate response
3. Tertiary: Treatment and rehabilitation⁠
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Question 7

What are Hobfoll’s five intervention principles?

Answer 7

1. Promote Sense of Safety
2. Promote Calming
3. Self and Collective Efficacy
4. Promote Connectedness
5. Instill Hope⁠

Question 8

What is the relationship between ASD and PTSD?

Answer 8

Approximately 50% of Acute Stress Disorder (ASD) cases develop PTSD, though many with PTSD never met full ASD criteria

Question 9

What are the key components of general support?

Answer 9

Basic needs (food, shelter)
Information dissemination
General psychological support (emotional, social, spiritual)