Topic 8: The Diverse Reactions of People to Emergencies
Overview
If we have an understanding of the different concerns that may occur among community members, in addition to our own, we will be better able to manage the recovery process more effectively.
As you read through the articles in Topic 8, bear in mind your assignment and the focus on recovery.
Learning outcomes
At the end of this session you should be able to:
- describe the diverse reactions of people to emergencies, and
- discuss the significance of these to the factors that affect the recovery capability of a community