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Psychological Impacts of Natural Disasters: Recent Understandings and Future Directions
Abstract
This chapter examines the complex psychological impact of natural disasters on individuals and communities across different contexts and populations. Drawing on interdisciplinary research from clinical psychology, public health, disaster management, and social sciences, the chapter provides an integrative analysis of the psychological sequelae of natural disasters, ranging from immediate stress responses to long-term mental health outcomes. Particular attention is given to vulnerable populations, factors influencing psychological resilience, current intervention frameworks, and cultural variations in psychological responses. The chapter identifies critical gaps in current understanding, highlighting the need for more culturally responsive, trauma-informed approaches to disaster mental health. Finally, it proposes evidence-based recommendations for strengthening psychological resilience at individual, community, and systems levels, emphasising the importance of integrating mental health considerations into broader disaster preparedness, response, and recovery frameworks.
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