Momentum - Business to Business Online Magazine November 2017 | Page 21

HURRICANE HARVEY

FIND SOME CALM AFTER THE STORM

Talking Through The Trauma

Hundreds of people got involved in rescues who have never before worked with trauma and are ill-prepared to deal with the aftermath . We do not want those folks to lose jobs or marriages or turn to substances in order to self-medicate symptoms , simply because they can ’ t afford services to recover from their good deeds . The physical and psychological well-being of those experiencing severe and long-term stress , as well as your future ability to function after a prolonged period of stress , depends upon how you manage it from the beginning and the degree to which you attend to emotional , physical and psychological needs . Thousands of citizens across Houston do not have benefits to access debriefing or other mental health services , but IA is here for you !
Join us to find out how to take care of yourself and your loved ones .
Confidential sessions are led by professional counselors and provide a safe place to process your thoughts , feelings , reactions , and symptoms . You will also learn tips and techniques to help manage on-going stress that is sure to continue as we rebuild Houston and our own homes .
Wednesdays 9AM-10:30AM @ United Way Bay Area Service Center , 1300 Bay Area Blvd , Room E-423 Tuesdays 6PM — 7:30PM @ Innovative Alternatives 1335 Regents Park Dr ., STE 240 , Houston , Texas 77058
Learn to find your place of calm after the storm ...
“ You can start to feel crazy , unable to make decisions , completely disoriented . I was so relieved to know this was actually a ‘ normal ’ stage and would pass . Support helps , don ’ t try to do this alone !”
“ Being able to talk with others about what I experienced helped me to know I am not alone .”
Symptoms May Include
• Physical Reactions
• Fatigue
• Headaches
• Chest Pain
• Chills
• Thought Process Changes
• Confusion
• Nightmares
• Difficulty concentrating
• Attention problems
• Emotional Responses
• Fear
• Grief
• Guilt
• Depression
• Anxiety
• Panic
• Dread
• Behavioral Responses
• Restlessness
• Increased Alcohol or Rx Drug usage
• Isolation
• Irritability & Anger
• Family Conflict