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Fostering human continuity: an essential element in workplace crisis intervention
Brian W Flynn1, Susan Flanigan, George S Everly
1Uniformed Services University of Health Sciences, USA.
International Journal of Emergency Mental Health
|November 4, 2005
Summary
Disasters impact commutes and workplaces, making employer-provided tools crucial for personnel. This article details building psychological infrastructure to foster workplace resilience.
Area of Science:
- Occupational health
- Disaster preparedness
- Organizational psychology
Background:
- Global disasters increasingly affect individuals during commutes and at work.
- There is a growing need for employers to equip staff with coping mechanisms for critical events.
- Existing organizational structures may not adequately address the psychological impact of disasters on employees.
Purpose of the Study:
- To outline strategies for organizations to develop psychological infrastructure.
- To foster resilience within the corporate culture.
- To provide actionable guidance for employers facing disaster impacts on their workforce.
Main Methods:
- Review of current disaster impact literature on the workforce.
- Analysis of organizational psychology principles for resilience building.
- Development of a framework for implementing psychological infrastructure in corporate settings.
Main Results:
- Organizations can proactively build psychological infrastructure.
- Fostering a resilient corporate culture enhances employee well-being during crises.
- Specific strategies include training, support systems, and leadership commitment.
Conclusions:
- Building psychological infrastructure is essential for modern workplaces.
- Proactive measures enhance employee resilience and organizational stability.
- Employers play a critical role in mitigating disaster impacts on personnel.