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  • Psychology
  • Disaster Mental Health
  • Qualitative Research

Context:

  • Typhoon Morakot caused widespread devastation in Southern Taiwan.
  • Victims faced physical, psychological, and financial hardships post-disaster.

Purpose:

  • To investigate the post-traumatic response and coping behaviors of Typhoon Morakot victims.
  • To understand the long-term mental health impact of natural disasters.

Summary:

  • Phenomenological study using deep interviews with 10 survivors.
  • Identified themes of residual trauma, daily life insecurity, and adaptive coping behaviors.
  • Coping strategies included social support, optimism, and present-moment focus.

Impact:

  • Informs healthcare professionals on providing evidence-based mental health and nursing services.
  • Enhances understanding of disaster victim needs for improved nursing quality.
  • Highlights the importance of long-term psychological support after major disasters.