UH Experts Available to Discuss Hurricane Harvey-Related Issues
As the first anniversary of Hurricane Harvey nears,
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Both, Chandler said, need to be addressed before the next major storm.
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Rain Anxiety in Children
The sound of rain is refreshing for many, but for some who went through the storms of Hurricane Harvey, the sound of rain triggers the fear, helplessness and anxiety of that day. The feeling is compounded when the survivor is a child.
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Preserving the Oral History
"By talking to flood victims about their plans, we can get at personal experiences and community histories that don't always come out in the written record, Goldberg said to Jewish Herald Voice. "Oral history helps us get at the textures and nuances of this history."
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Ongoing Psychological Impacts
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"For some individuals, the prolonged displacement related to storm damage can delay the emotional impact of the stress associated with experiencing a natural disaster as it can take months or more before individuals return to a stable living situation," said Gallagher. "Anniversaries and reminders such as rain or thunder storms can sometimes lead to an uptick in anxiety or stress, so it is important to remember to engage in healthy coping and rely on social support during these times."
Said Vujanovic, "The psychological and emotional impact of displacement and loss varies widely. While we know that the severity of a trauma or stressor is associated with a greater risk of negative mental health outcomes, the vast majority of people who experience trauma or displacement recover and do not develop mental health issues as a result. If displaced or affected individuals notice that they are experiencing changes in mood, sleep, appetite, or general outlook on life and that such changes persist for a month or more, it is important to seek professional guidance."
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Houston History Saved
When Hurricane Harvey hit, it destroyed a portion of world-famous
"This part of the collection includes a lot of power brokers and people who made this city in the late 70s and early 80s.
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Sea Floor Change
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Student Nurses on the Front Lines
UH Nurses were on the front lines during Harvey participating in clinical activities in area hospitals, emergency rooms and shelters. The following are people willing to share the memories of their experiences.
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