The stress before the storm: Psychological correlates of hurricane-related evacuation stressors on mothers and children.

Annette M La Greca Naomi Tarlow Kaitlyn E Brodar BreAnne A DanziJonathan S Comer

Published in: Psychological trauma : theory, research, practice and policy (2021)

Evacuation experiences represent significant stressors that may put mothers and children at risk for PTSS and psychological distress. Resilience-building efforts should include efforts to better prepare families for prestorm evacuations, thereby reducing risk in mothers and youth and ultimately contributing to better psychosocial functioning. (PsycInfo Database Record (c) 2021 APA, all rights reserved).

Keyphrases

young adults
mental health
quality improvement
physical activity
climate change
emergency department
social support
depressive symptoms