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Being involved in a traumatic incident may trigger an emotional reaction quite outside anything you have previously experienced:
Physical Reactions:
- Change in sleep pattern
- Nightmares
- Being easily startled
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Thinking Reactions:
- Flashbacks
- Difficulty with concentration and decision making
- Memory disturbance
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Emothinal Reactions:
- Fear, anxiety, guilt, depression
- Emotional numbing, grief
- Feelings of helplessness
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| Dealing with Your Reactions
These feelings, however paiful, are a normal part of the healing process. However, there are things you can do to reduce their impact:
- Within the first 24-48 hours, periods of strenuous physical exercise, alternated with relaxation, will alleviate some of the physical reactions;
- Structure your time - keep busy - go out even if you don't really feel like it;
- Talk to people - it's the best healing medicine.
................................. Remember, what is happening to you is A NORMAL REACTION TO AN ABNORMAL EVENT.
If you need further assistance, contact
our 24 Hour
Trauma Management Service
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