Recognizing and addressing the manifestations of physiologic and emotional stress during an emergency is essential. Do you think your community is prepared to recognize manifestations of stress and provide your citizens with the emotional and psychological support it needs to deal with a disaster or tragedy? 

If so, what are the strengths of its plans? If not, where does your community need to improve? In preparing your answer, research the response to a recent tragedy to determine what support was or was not available to the respective communities. 

How does your community measure up?