Dealing with traumatic events : social skills

Extracted from text ... [ Jan / Feb 2006 ] SA Pharmacist's Assistant 9 Social Skills Reactions to anticipate shortly after being exposed to a traumatic incident include: ? Initially you can be in a state of shock, you may feel numb, indecisive and distant. ? Fear, disbelief and disorientation are usually present. ? Feelings of anxiety may occur. These may present as: nervousness, shakiness, vertigo, an inability to relax, palpitations, an inability to concentrate, respiratory problems and sleeping disorders. ? Your normal routine may be disturbed (regular meals, relaxation, shave, bath, etc.). ? You may experience anger towards the people responsible for the ..