Question 1

Counseling professionals have increased their involvement in providing services in the wake of crisis and natural disasters.

Accepted Answer

Counseling professionals have increasingly recognized the importance of providing services and support to individuals and communities affected by crisis and natural disasters, both in the immediate aftermath and in the long term. This has led to more proactive engagement and partnerships with emergency response teams, community organizations, and government agencies to ensure that mental health services are integrated and readily available during these challenging times.

Question 2

The following would improve a counselor's experience of assisting in a natural disaster or crisis:&#10;A) Graduate-level coursework or continuing education on crisis-intervention and/or disaster mental health.&#10;B) Supervised experience working with traumatized clients.&#10;C) Ability to collaborate with other providers and organizations.&#10;D) All of these.

Accepted Answer

All of these options would improve a counselor's experience of assisting in a natural disaster or crisis. Graduate-level coursework or continuing education on crisis-intervention and/or disaster mental health would provide the counselor with the knowledge and skills to effectively help individuals dealing with trauma. Supervised experience working with traumatized clients would provide the counselor with practical experience in providing crisis intervention. The ability to collaborate with other providers and organizations would allow the counselor to access additional resources and support for those affected by the disaster or crisis.

Question 3

Survivors of natural disasters and MVV might initially experience the same reactions, which may include all except:&#10;A) Withdrawal from family and friends.&#10;B) An experience of survivor's guilt.&#10;C) Immense distrust.&#10;D) Elevated mood due to their own survival.

Accepted Answer

Elevated mood due to their own survival is not a typical response for survivors of natural disasters and MVV. Common reactions can include a sense of shock and disbelief, fear and anxiety, and difficulty sleeping and concentrating. Withdrawal from family and friends, survivor's guilt, and distrust of others are common reactions for both types of survivors.

Question 4

Which is the first of four initial, immediate intervention goals following an incident of MVV to achieve emotional stabilization?&#10;A) Provide supportive assistance and protection from further harm.&#10;B) Identify those in need of immediate medical attention for stress reactions.&#10;C) Provide information about the status of the crime scene, perpetrator(s), and immediate law enforcement efforts.&#10;D) Facilitate connecting survivors with family and friends.

Accepted Answer

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Question 5

The egocentric world of a child may incorrectly assume that a crisis is:&#10;A) The result of bad public policy.&#10;B) Caused by a perpetrator who suffers from mental illness.&#10;C) An act of God.&#10;D) The result of their own behavior.

Accepted Answer

The egocentric world of a child may lead them to believe that a crisis is the result of their own behavior, as they have a limited understanding of the world around them and may assume that their actions have greater consequences than they actually do. Options A, B, and C suggest external factors that a child may not necessarily consider or fully understand.

Question 6

The following are examples of mass violence victimization (MVV) except:&#10;A) Terrorism&#10;B) A hurricane&#10;C) A mass shooting&#10;D) Rioting

Accepted Answer

Mass violence victimization refers to situations where individuals or groups of people experience violence on a large scale, often resulting in physical harm or emotional trauma. While hurricanes can certainly cause significant damage and can result in injury or loss of life, they are not typically considered examples of mass violence victimization. In contrast, terrorism, mass shootings, and rioting are all examples of situations where individuals or groups intentionally cause harm to others on a large scale, leading to widespread victimization.

Question 7

Any willing, licensed professional counselor should assist in a crisis or natural disaster.

Accepted Answer

While willingness is important, not all licensed professional counselors may have the specific training or expertise required for crisis or natural disaster situations. Specialized training in crisis intervention or disaster mental health is necessary to effectively assist in these scenarios.

Question 8

The key difference between mass violence victimization (MVV) and natural disasters is the point of origination.

Accepted Answer

Mass violence victimization involves intentional harm caused by humans, while natural disasters are not caused by human actions. Therefore, the point of origination differs between the two.

Question 9

Supervision of counseling cannot be provided during a crisis or natural disaster.

Accepted Answer

It is important for supervision to continue during a crisis or natural disaster in order to provide support and guidance to counselors who may be experiencing increased stress and demand for their services. However, supervision may need to be adapted to meet the specific needs and challenges of the situation.

Question 10

Hurricane Katrina and its aftermath was the United States' costliest tragedy in terms of lives lost and financial damages.

Accepted Answer

Hurricane Katrina, which struck the Gulf Coast in 2005, caused the deaths of over 1,800 people and resulted in an estimated $160 billion in damages. It is considered the costliest natural disaster in U.S. history.

Question 11

Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Urie Bronfenbrenner&#10;A)Federal agency in charge or natural disasters and emergencies.&#10;B)Organization involved in the distribution of commodities, medical assistance, and other activities following a natural disaster or crisis.&#10;C)Organization that responds early to natural disasters and crises and offers training for disaster mental health.&#10;D)Bioecological model theorist.&#10;E)Psychological disorder that may be a result of natural disaster or crisis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Urie Bronfenbrenner&#10;A)Federal...

Question 12

Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Federal Emergency Management Agency&#10;A)Federal agency in charge or natural disasters and emergencies.&#10;B)Organization involved in the distribution of commodities, medical assistance, and other activities following a natural disaster or crisis.&#10;C)Organization that responds early to natural disasters and crises and offers training for disaster mental health.&#10;D)Bioecological model theorist.&#10;E)Psychological disorder that may be a result of natural disaster or crisis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Federal Emergency...

Question 13

Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder&#10;A)Federal agency in charge or natural disasters and emergencies.&#10;B)Organization involved in the distribution of commodities, medical assistance, and other activities following a natural disaster or crisis.&#10;C)Organization that responds early to natural disasters and crises and offers training for disaster mental health.&#10;D)Bioecological model theorist.&#10;E)Psychological disorder that may be a result of natural disaster or crisis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Post-Traumatic Stress...

Question 14

Match the term with its definition.&#10;-American Red Cross&#10;A)Federal agency in charge or natural disasters and emergencies.&#10;B)Organization involved in the distribution of commodities, medical assistance, and other activities following a natural disaster or crisis.&#10;C)Organization that responds early to natural disasters and crises and offers training for disaster mental health.&#10;D)Bioecological model theorist.&#10;E)Psychological disorder that may be a result of natural disaster or crisis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the term with its definition.&#10;-American Red...

Question 15

Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Salvation Army&#10;A)Federal agency in charge or natural disasters and emergencies.&#10;B)Organization involved in the distribution of commodities, medical assistance, and other activities following a natural disaster or crisis.&#10;C)Organization that responds early to natural disasters and crises and offers training for disaster mental health.&#10;D)Bioecological model theorist.&#10;E)Psychological disorder that may be a result of natural disaster or crisis.

Accepted Answer

The answer of Match the term with its definition.&#10;-Salvation Army&#10;A)Federal...

Deck 12: Crisis and Natural Disaster Counseling