Living and Working in Environments of Violence and Trauma: A Resource Manual for Humanitarian Workers

Many professionals work in high-risk environments and with traumatized populations. The chance of developing stress-related problems in these environments is high. It is essential that professionals and organizations learn how to diminish the impact of trauma. This manual is designed to prepare, support and return personnel living and working in environments of violence. This includes professionals in the fields of mental-health, medicine, fire-fighting, law enforcement, as well as soldiers, probation officers, prison personnel, Peace Corps and Vista Volunteers, relief and disaster workers, missionaries, teachers, journalists and chaplains. Marked decreases in the incidence of post-traumatic stress can occur if the following are put in place, e.g., Organizational Understanding and Support, Appropriate Organizational Policies and Procedures, Proper Assessment & Discernment, Preventative Education, A Network of Professional Resources, In-Field Support Regular Stress-Debriefings and Spiritual Frameworks Capable of Addressing Extreme Experiences. The information contained in this manual improves career longevity and productivity, as well as overall health. On an organizational level it decreases health care costs, reduces attrition, and raises overall morale. It is a must for any organization or individual exposed to violence and trauma on a regular basic.
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