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Crisis intervention in the emergency department
1Department of Medicine, University of California, Los Angeles.
Emergency Medicine Clinics of North America
|February 1, 1991
Summary
Crisis intervention helps individuals overcome challenges by assessing personal and community resources. Successful crisis mastery enriches personality, while failure can lead to maladaptive responses.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Social Work
Background:
- Crises present challenges to individuals, families, and communities.
- Successful crisis resolution can lead to personal growth and resource development.
- Failure to manage crises may result in maladaptive responses and future difficulties.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the nature of crisis and the principles of effective intervention.
- To highlight the importance of assessing individual and social resources during crisis.
Main Methods:
- Intervention involves evaluating the individual's internal resources and support systems.
- Past personal history, including previous crisis management, is assessed.
- Client's achievements, values, and expectations from professional help are considered.
Main Results:
- Crisis intervention aims to assist individuals in successfully navigating challenging circumstances.
- It emphasizes leveraging existing strengths and available support networks.
- Collaborative planning involving the individual and their social circle is key to resolution.
Conclusions:
- Effective crisis intervention requires a comprehensive assessment of personal, familial, and community resources.
- Empowering individuals to utilize their strengths is crucial for successful crisis resolution.
- Intervention can foster resilience and adaptive coping mechanisms for future challenges.