Mental Health Support Following Natural Disasters - Expert Insights for Health Professionals

Over the last few years we have seen bushfires, floods, and persistent storms that have affected entire communities. The immediate effect is often shock and longer term, many experience anxiety and fear around disasters happening again.

This Expert Insights explores the research findings on natural disasters and the short and longer-term impact on wellbeing. Moreover, we discuss best practice for supporting communities and individuals recovering from natural disasters, and the resources for mental health practitioners in these communities.

Panelists
Anita Savic: Acting Director, Disaster and Public Health Emergencies at Phoenix Australia
Amy Joscelyne: Clinical Psychologist at the Black Dog Institute
Melissa: Lived Experience Representative

Dr Carol Newall - Clinical Psychologist and facilitator
Nathan Bell - Recording and sound production
Cameron Banks - Voiceover