When a Crisis Happens - Trauma
A crisis is something that happens out of the ordinary which causes physical and/or emotional shock. People are often surprised by how much they are affected.
A person's thoughts, feelings, values, habits and even behaviour may change, temporarily or permanently.
A crisis may affect not only they people directly and indirectly involved, but also those close to them - family, friends, colleagues.
The kinds of crises likely to affect staff and students at the University of Melbourne may include fire, suicide, sudden death of a student or staff member, severe accidents or violence on campus. When events such as these happen, it is important that people are given the support they may require to deal with the effects of them. This often means seeking professional help.
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