Disaster Psychology
What is the Impact phase?
When the event happens.
What is terrorism?
“The unlawful use of force or violence against persons or property to intimidate or coerce a government, the civilian population, or any segment thereof, in furtherance of political or social objectives.”
Name three ways you can keep your password safe.
Change your password frequently
Use a complex password
Use a different password for different apps/businesses
Don't email it to yourself or anyone else
What is the first step in a size-up? What is the last step?
Gather the facts
Evaluate Progress
What is Vicarious Trauma?
When a rescuer takes on the stress and emotions of the victim.
What is the Heroic phase?
When everyone works together to help in the immediate aftermath of a disaster, survival, rescuing others, and promoting safety are priorities.
What typically are the goals of a terrorist group?
Instill fear in people
Spread misinformation
Undermine trust in government
Influence government policy
What should you do if you see a random popup on your computer that asks you to call a phone number or enter credit card information?
Disconnect your computer from the internet
Run a malware or antivirus checker
When law enforcement arrives on the scene of an active shooting event to clear a room, what should you do?
Put phone in pocket
Raise empty hands
Remain quiet
Follow instructions
How do responders debrief after an incident?
Talk to other responders on scene about what happened.
Talk to a disaster/incident therapist or other provider.
What is the Honeymoon phase?
In the weeks and months following a disaster, formal governmental and volunteer assistance may be readily available. Survivors may experience a short-lived sense of optimism that the help they will receive will make them “whole” again.
During an active shooter event, what are your three main options for action?
Run, Hide, Fight
What is the name of the tactic that involves a hacker sending an email that asks you to click a link to complete an action?
Phishing
If you choose to hide during an active shooter event, what should you do?
Lock the doors
Turn off lights
Cover windows
Barricade entry points
Hide behind large object
Silence phone
What is a traumatic crisis?
When a person’s ability to cope is overwhelmed.
What is the Disillusionment phase?
Disappointment in a slower-than-expected pace of recovery can trigger this phase. Disillusionment typically occurs in the second half of the year immediately following a disaster and, again, after the disaster’s first anniversary.
When calling 911 during a terrorist event, what information should you give them?
Your name and location
Brief description of situation
Number of terrorist(s)
Location of terrorist(s)
Physical descriptions
How do you stay safe on a public WiFi?
Go to secure sites only
Use phone apps instead of websites
Do not enter usernames or passwords
Do not send confidential information
What is the difference between a Shelter-In-Place and a Lockdown?
During SIP, there are contaminants that you want to keep out of the room so you seal doors, windows, and vents.
During a lockdown, there is a physical threat outside that you want to keep out of the room so you lock doors, cover windows, and turn off lights.
What is the motto for Psychological First Aid?
Listen. Protect. Connect
What is the Reconstruction phase?
The reconstruction of physical property and recovery of emotional well-being may continue for years following a disaster. At this point, survivors have realized they will need to solve the problems of rebuilding their own homes, businesses, and lives largely by themselves and have gradually assumed the responsibility for doing so.
What are the three zones that are established during a CBRNE event?
Hot Zone
Warm Zone
Cold Zone
What is the difference between a soft target and a hard target?
Soft targets are easy to access, have less security, and involve groups of people.
Hard targets have greater security, require authentication, and involve systems or infrastructure.
What is the name of the tactic when a hacker intercepts information being sent from your computer over a public network?
Packet-sniffing
or Man-in-the-middle
What are the 5 "F's" in Disaster Psychology?
1. Freeze: “Stop, look, and listen,” or be on guard and watchful.
2. Flight: Flee/Run away.
3. Fight: Attempt to combat the threat.
4. Fright: Tonic immobility when in contact with a predator or playing dead.
5. Faint: Fear-induced fainting.
What is the phase between the recovery from the last disaster and before the impact of another?
Pre-Impact/Planning
What does CBRNE stand for?
Chemical
Biological
Radiological
Nuclear
Explosives
What are the 8 signs of terrorism?
Surveillance
Elicitation
Tests of security
Funding
Acquiring supplies
Impersonation
Rehearsals
Deployment
What so you call a phising attempt that comes through SMS (or message on a phone)?
Smishing