recovering from loss grief and trauma after a wildfire

The loss of a home or cherished possessions during a wildfire can leave lasting emotional scars. Processing grief and navigating trauma are critical steps toward recovery. Here’s how to recognize the impacts and move toward healing. How Grief and Trauma Manifest After Natural Disasters like Wildfires: Grief from property loss or displacement is complex and…

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couple returns to see their home

Managing Anxiety and Preventing Relapse During Wildfires California’s wildfire season brings devastation beyond physical destruction—it profoundly impacts mental health. Anxiety, trauma, and even addiction relapse are common psychological responses to the unpredictability and intensity of these natural disasters. Besides self-medicating to cope with triggers, consuming alcohol and drugs in response to external crises can also…

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