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Natural disasters: how floods and fires shape the psyche
Natural disasters: how floods and fires shape the psyche
Natural disasters: how floods and fires shape the psyche
Saturday 14th May 2022
Explore how floods and fires impact mental health with survivor stories and expert insights on resilience.
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Episode Overview
- Natural disasters can have profound mental health impacts.
- Most people show resilience but may experience delayed distress.
- Community support plays a crucial role in recovery.
- Creative outlets like music and business aid coping.
- Climate change increases the frequency of disasters.
"I didn't feel comfortable as a victim. I didn't want to relish in any trauma or anything. I just wanted to get on with things."
Ever wondered how floods and fires can shape our mental health? This episode of 'All In The Mind' tackles the mental aftermath of natural disasters, focusing on the stories of two survivors: musician Jono Ma and business owner Lorena Granados. Living in Australia means facing a rollercoaster of disasters, and climate change is only speeding up the ride.
Jono shares his gripping tale of survival during record-breaking floods in Byron Shire, while Lorena recounts the devastating bushfires that tore through Mogo. Both stories highlight the resilience required to overcome such life-changing events. Psychologists Gerry Karansis and Antonina Makaka-Wallis dive into the research, explaining how people generally respond to disasters in four distinct ways, ranging from resilience to delayed distress.
While most folks bounce back eventually, the episode asks if our resilience can keep pace with the increasing frequency of these disasters. Through personal anecdotes and expert insights, listeners gain a deeper understanding of the psychological toll these events take. Jono's tale of using a surfboard to paddle out of his flooded home and Lorena's dramatic journey through fire to reunite with her son are both heart-stopping and heartwarming.
The episode also explores how community support and creative outlets, like music and business, play vital roles in recovery. As climate change makes natural disasters more common, it's crucial to understand how we can adapt and support one another. So, are we ready for the next disaster? Can our resilience hold up? Dive into these stories of survival and see how they might resonate with your own experiences.