Purpose
This fact sheet explains re-traumatization, including triggering events and symptoms. This resource also offers tips for building resilience and recognizing triggers.
Resource information
Resource: Tips for Survivors of a Disaster or Other Traumatic Event: Coping with Re-traumatization
Target audiences
- Community members
- Community leaders
- Emergency managers
- Mental health professionals
Target situation
Community members who may experience retraumatization
Main objectives
Secondary objectives
- Legitimize Stress
- Retraumatization
- Chronic Stress
Resource Type
Fact sheet
Publication Year
2017
Content Source:
Agency for Toxic Substances and Disease Registry