TAILIEUCHUNG - Disasters: Impact on Mental Health in an Elderly Population and Practical Suggestions for Preparation, Response, and Recovery

There is both controversy and confusion concerning appropriate stockpiling in order to be prepared for disasters. If we are to be self-sufficient and “on our own” for prolonged time periods, there must be some level of critical supplies stored on-site. Most documents acting as checklists, or that address LTC preparedness, will site the need for such stockpiling, but neglect to give recommendations or provide specific numbers (Department of Health and Human Services 2007; Montgomery County Advanced Practice Center for Public Health Preparedness and Response 2007; Krause 2007). This lack is primarily because no one really knows how much will be. | Disasters Impact on Mental Health in an Elderly Population and Practical Suggestions for Preparation Response and Recovery Lisa M. Brown PhD Department of Aging and Mental Health Disparities Florida Mental Health Institute University of South Florida Objectives tH 1 Become familiar with the four phases of disaster and psychological interventions that are appropriate for each phase. tS 2 Be able to describe how to assess older adults at risk for disaster-related psychological distress. ỄSỄ 3 Be able to distinguish abnormal from normal recovery from disasters. ỄÍỂ 4 Be able to describe activities that build resilience in older adults. World Health Organization Several reports have been published about the importance of integrating mental health into primary care practice during disasters Primary care physicians are on the frontlines UNIVERSITY OF South FLORIDA Role of Primary Care Physicians after Disasters tB Some people are reluctant to accept assistance from government agencies or find completion of the paperwork required to receive aid daunting and turn to a trusted health care provider. tB Others turn to religious leaders family members informal social networks or their personal physician for relief from their distress. Role of Primary Care Physicians after Disasters Most people who are psychologically or emotionally distressed after a disaster don t selfidentify as having a mental health problem. Role of Primary Care Physicians after Disasters K Symptoms associated with ASD PTSD depression and anxiety may motivate some adults to ask for medication from their physician. GOOD NEWS Primary care physicians have increased their efforts to screen for trauma among people who seek medical care for somatic complaints following .

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