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Although thinking about the trauma and re-experiencing our reactions to the trauma is unpleasant, it is a sign that the body and mind are actively working to understand and cope with what has happened. Physical ReactionsEmotional/Cognitive Reactions Avoidance ReactionsInsomnia- sleeping less than 6 hours and having nightmaresShock, terror, fear, irritable, anger, guilt, sadness Avoiding conversations and anything that may remind you of the event places, people, activitiesFatigue: your body feels heavy, slow, exhaustedHelpless, vulnerable, anxious Trouble remembering important parts of what happened during the traumaDecreased appetite, gastrointestinal upset Memory impairment, disbelief, confusion, nightmaresShutting down emotionally Increased physical pain, headachesSelf-blame, distrust, blaming others; Increased relational conflictTrouble having loving feelings or any strong emotionsHeart palpitations or pains in the chest, feeling shaky and sweaty Impaired concentration and intrusive thoughts/memories; Impaired decision making abilityAvoiding situations that might make you have a strong emotional reactionDizzy spells, difficulty breathingTunnel vision, dreamlike, spacey feelingLosing interest in things you usually enjoy Reduced immune response, vulnerable to illnessFeeling numb physically and emotionallyFeeling disconnected from the world around you and things that happen to youHyper-arousal and startle responseImpaired work/school performance; Not productiveFeeling strange, not yourself(adapted from Disaster Mental Health Response Handbook, p. 28) The physical and emotional reactions/symptoms of the trauma lessen with time in duration, frequency, and intensity. Recurring thoughts, dreams or flashbacks are normal and will decrease over time, becoming less painful. If your reactions interfere with your ability to continue your normal activities, and particularly if they interfere with sleeping, you may want to seek help. Contact the 鶹Ʒ Employee Assistance Program at 753-9191. Tips for Coping: Physical exercise along with progressive relaxation will improve sleep and concentration. Keep a journal: write through your sleeplessness and change the ending of your nightmares. Talk to people; talking is one of the most healing activities. It is how we let go of stress. Give yourself permission to feel rotten and have a grieving day. Remember on these days to share your feelings with others. Give yourself permission to escape graphic images of the trauma and have moments of happiness. Resist the temptation to isolate yourself. Spend some time with others. 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