Risk and Protective Factors Associated with Post-Tornado Distress among Persons with Disabilities.
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| Title: | Risk and Protective Factors Associated with Post-Tornado Distress among Persons with Disabilities. |
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| Authors: | Lee, Sangwon, First, Jennifer M. |
| Source: | Journal of Loss & Trauma. Jan2024, Vol. 29 Issue 1, p95-113. 19p. |
| Subjects: | Mental depression risk factors, Structural equation modeling, Social support, Post-traumatic stress disorder, Risk assessment, Natural disasters, Medical care for people with disabilities, Research funding, People with disabilities, Emotions, Bereavement |
| Geographic Terms: | Midwest (U.S.), Southern States |
| Abstract: | This study examined the direct effects of tornado exposure and protective resources on post-disaster distress among (N = 209) persons with disabilities following a tornado outbreak in the Midwest and Southeast on December 10–11, 2021 using structural equation modeling. Results found the degree of tornado exposure (e.g., injury, loss of loved ones, property damage, etc.) increased the likelihood of experiencing higher levels of PTSD and depression. Results also found that higher levels of protective resources (physical, social, and emotional) were found to protect against post-tornado PTSD and depression. Findings can inform future post-disaster mental health services for persons with disabilities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| Database: | Psychology and Behavioral Sciences Collection |
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| Abstract: | This study examined the direct effects of tornado exposure and protective resources on post-disaster distress among (N = 209) persons with disabilities following a tornado outbreak in the Midwest and Southeast on December 10–11, 2021 using structural equation modeling. Results found the degree of tornado exposure (e.g., injury, loss of loved ones, property damage, etc.) increased the likelihood of experiencing higher levels of PTSD and depression. Results also found that higher levels of protective resources (physical, social, and emotional) were found to protect against post-tornado PTSD and depression. Findings can inform future post-disaster mental health services for persons with disabilities. [ABSTRACT FROM AUTHOR] |
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| ISSN: | 15325024 |
| DOI: | 10.1080/15325024.2023.2236010 |
