Healing the Mind

After experiencing a tragic event, it can be hard to understand and cope with the range of emotions that you may be feeling. Learn about the common responses to disaster and strategies to help yourself heal.

Sandra developed post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD) after being raped. Read about her journey through diagnosis, medication, and counseling.

Any loss of a loved one is tragic and painful. But when death occurs from a sudden, unexpected cause such as an accident, natural disaster, suicide, or murder, the reactions of the survivors in coping with their grief can be intense. Read more here.

In cultures around the world, spirituality has historically played a large and very important role in healing. In today’s science-based, technological world, these practices now fall into the category of complementary and alternative medicine (CAM). But how large a role does prayer still play in today’s world?

A traumatic event does not have to define who you are; hope still exists. Here are some ways to cope.

Regular exercise, especially aerobic exercise, is one of the best ways to reduce stress. Learn more here.

Psychological Effects

For complete healing, it is important to understand the psychological side of trauma.

Physical Effects

Anthrax is a life-threatening bacterial infection. The disease usually occurs in hoofed animals, like cattle and goats. Although it is rare, people can contract anthrax from exposure to infected animals or anthrax spores. Learn more here.

Dealing with the physical environments that may cause trauma can put survivors and rescue workers at a greater risk for certain conditions:

Healing the Body

To manage some of the physical after-effects of trauma, you may need the following: