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Introduction
Stress prevention and management begin long before you are called upon to respond to an emergency or disaster. This tip sheet presents a series of personal stress prevention and management skills that you can learn and practice before you are called upon to respond, as well as approaches you can apply to manage stress during your deployment. You can also download SAMHSA’s new Disaster Behavioral Health App and access resources specific to pre- and post-deployment (for responders, supervisors, and family members).
Stress Prevention and Management
PREPARING FOR YOUR DISASTER ASSIGNMENT
The ideal time for taking actions to prevent stress and to strengthen your stress management skills is before your disaster assignment. Responder stress can be diminished by practicing for the disaster role, developing a personal toolkit of stress management skills, and preparing yourself and your loved ones.
Practice for the Disaster Role: Know Your Job
Train hard and know your job well. You will perform at peak capacity, with more confidence and less stress, if you know you are as ready as you can be
