Crisis in the Workplace
MENTAL HEALTH by Clifton Fuller ,
Clifton Fuller , LCSW , LPC , LMFT | Certified Anger Resolution TherapistInc .
When unexpected traumatic events strike our nation , family or workplace , daily routines suddenly seem insignificant in comparison . This can have an extreme impact on a business or the workplace , as well .
Loss of focus occurs Oftentimes , workers may report a substantial loss of time spent doing their actual jobs as they wait to see what will happen , gather vital information and find solutions to the crisis . If the incident is major , radio and television reports may consume our attention for several days .
Even after office environments resume ‘ normal functioning , many find it difficult to concentrate on immediate tasks at hand . Some report that their duties seem insignificant in light of the crisis faced .
Multiple emotions may be experienced We may feel enraged , vengeful , want to lash out and strike back . Some workers may be in shock and disbelief . Events of that day and the days following seem surreal . Some express fear of the future in terms of further assaults or crisis . “ Am I safe in this building ?”, “ Will this affect my job ? Are other bad things going to happen because of this ?” Others worry about loved ones and yet feel powerless