Again, the ground was shaking and shaking… This earthquake was weaker than the last one. It lasted shorter. Many others did not feel it. And again, the phones don’t stop ringing, the emails don’t stop coming, the kids and adults don’t stop shaking even when the ground is calm. Why?
A month ago, we experienced a traumatic experience. A concussion reminds our body, thoughts, and emotions of earlier trauma. It all comes back in a second and reminds us of the helplessness of a powerful nature. One is when we hear on the news that a major earthquake can happen at any time. The second is when he or she takes us out of sleep, interrupts online classes, morning coffee or work.
Just like a month ago , it is important for us to remind you – everything you feel now is normal and okay. It is important that you are in a safe, warm, to regularly drink and eat. If you fail to do anything else in this day , you have done a lot. Be gentle on yourself and your children. In the meantime, check out our infographic again.
By: Mia Roje Đapić, MSc psychology
Infographic by: Mia Roje Đapić, MSc psychology and Krešimir Prijatelj, MSc psychology
INFOGRAPHIC FOR YOUTH:
Disclaimer: This is unofficial translation provided for information purposes. Zagreb Child and Youth Protection Center cannot be held legally responsible for any translation inaccuracy.
