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  • Introduction
  • Modules
    • Module 1: Preparing To Be An ESS Responder
    • Module 2: ESS Overview
    • Module 3: ESS Responder Functions
    • Module 4: Scenario
  • Resources

Signs of Stress in Responders

Emergency responders may react to stress in a variety of ways. Following is a list of common signs of stress among responders (MoH, 2007):

  • Loss of spirit, hope
  • Grandiose beliefs or ideas of what you can or should do
  • Recklessness, ignoring policies and procedures
  • Cynicism, despair
  • Loss of ideals, not caring
  • Self-medicating (with alcohol, tobacco, caffeine, drugs)
  • Isolating self
  • Irritability, anger at the organization
  • Mistrust of colleagues, supervisors
  • Inappropriate behaviour with survivors

 

Module Menu

  • Module 1: Preparing To Be An ESS Responder
    • Introduction
    • Definition of ESS
    • Effects of Disasters on People
      • Factors Affecting Reaction to Loss
      • Common Reactions
    • Worker Care
      • Sources of Stress for ESS Responders
      • Signs of Stress in Responders
      • Looking After Yourself
    • Family Emergency Plan
    • Before Your Assignment
    • During Your Assignment
    • After Your Assignment

About

  • About Us
  • Acknowledgements

Partners

  • JIBC Emergency Management Division
  • Emergency Management BC
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