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Compassion Fatigue
A “notebook” presentation for pastors, elders, deacons
and others who are “called” by God to give of
themselves to those who have experienced disasters in
their lives.
A gift from the Presbytery of Southern Kansas'
Disaster Assistance Team
Created with permission from:
Steve Christenberry, M.S., LMLP
Director of Clinical Service
Family Service and Guidance Center of Topeka, Kansas
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What Is Stress?
A physical, mental, or emotional response to events
that causes bodily or mental tension. Simply put,
stress is any outside force or event that has an effect
on our body or mind.
When you sense danger – whether it's real or
imagined – the body's defenses kick into high gear in
a rapid, automatic process know as the “fight-or-
flight” reaction, or the stress response.
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What Does Stress Affect?
Physiological/Biological responses
Emotional state
Psychological functioning
Cognitive functioning
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Physiological/Biological Responses
Appetite disturbance
Sleep disturbance
Diarrhea, stomach pains, nausea
Headaches
Increased heart rate
Nightmares
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Emotions
Mood swings
Withdrawl
Depression
Sadness
Feelings of hopelessness
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Psychological
Irritability
Anger
Denial
Helplessness - Fear of recurrence of event
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Cognitive
Concentration
Judgment
Reasoning
Memory
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Traumatic Stress Definitions
Acute Stress Disorder
Posttraumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD)
Secondary Traumatic Stress (Compassion Fatigue)
Burnout
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders,
American Psychiatric Association: DSM III, 1980; DSM IV,
1994; DSM V TR, 2000
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Acute Stress Disorder Symptoms
Recurrent and instrusive distressing recollections of the event,
including images, thoughts or perceptions.
Recurrent distressing dreams of the event.
Acting or feeling as if the traumatic event were recurring, a sense
of reliving the experience.
Avoidance of stimuli associated with the trauma.
Persistent symptoms of increases arousal.
A.S.D lasts for a minimum of 2 days, a meaximum of 4 qwwka,
and occurs within 4 weeks of the traumatic event.
A.S.D. is often viewed as a normal, short term reaction to
exposure to a traumatic events, a maximum of 4 weeks, and
occurs within 4 weeks of the traumatic event.
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Post Traumatic Stress Disorder
Symptoms
PTSD
Recurrent and instrusive distressing recollections of
the event, including images, thoughts, or
perceptions.
Recurrent distressing dreams of the event.
Acting or feeling as if the traumatic event were
recurring, a sense of reliving the experience.
Avoidance of stimuli associated with the trauma.
Persistent symptoms of increased arousal.
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Secondary Traumatic Stress
Compassion Fatigue
Is not defined as a disorder in the D.S.M.
First recognized by researchers in the 1980s.
Symptoms virtually identical to those experiencing
PTSD. See previous slide.
Primary difference is that exposure to the traumatic
experience is indirect, through the person (or
animal) that directly experienced the event.
Figley, 1982, coined the term “Compassion Fatigue”
to describe what he called “the cost of caring.”
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Traumatic Stress vs. Burnout
A process that begins gradually.
Becomes progressively worse.
Includes gradual exposure to job strain.
Includes a loss of a sense of idealism.
Reduced sense of personal accomplishment.
Symptoms include fatigue, anxiety of depression,
cynicism, poor work performance, absenteeism,
withdrawal, inability to concentrate.
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Who May Experience
Compassion Fatigue Immediate/first responders (fire and law enforcement).
Later responders (medical, paramedic, ambulance personnel.
Emergency room personnel.
Body recovery, identification, and burial personnel.
Crisis interveners (clergy, medical, mental health
professionals).
Voluntary Personnel (Red Cross, Salvation Army, etc.)
Remote responders (equipment maintenance personnel.
Emergency support personnel (dispatchers).
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Others Who May Experience
Compassion Fatigue
Family members and friends.
Co-workers.
Animal shelter workers.
Basically, anyone who works with those who have
experienced a traumatic event.
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Contributing Factors
Suddeness of the event.
Duration
Intensity
Controllability
Extent of damage/destruction
Number of injuries/deaths
Man made or nature
Inability to carry out tasks
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Why are some people less likely to experience
compassion fatigue than others?
Personal Resiliency Factors
Life experience
Preexisting life stresses
Previous exposure to similar events
Social support systems
Personality characteristics
Cultural norms
Adaptability/flexibility
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Why are......? (continued)
Professional Resiliency Factors
Culture of the profession
Rescuer mentality
Professional support systems
Supervision
Experience in profession
Training
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Preventing Compassion Fatigue
Davis and Brody (1979) describes three levels of
prevention at the systems level.
Primary: deals with the underlying social
causes of a problem.
Secondary: emphasizes activities to reduce
risk or provide preparation to reduce impact.
Tertiary: focuses on intervention in the
aftermath of the event.
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Primary Prevention Strategies
Violence reduction initiatives
Mitigation efforts
Laws and regulations
Community involvement
Coalition building
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Secondary Prevention Strategies
Community education
Individual, family, and business activities to prepare
and plan for disaster responses
Training and education
First Aid and CPR
Community Emergency Response Team
Medical Reserve Corp
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Tertiary Prevention Strategies
Crisis counseling
Psychological first aid
Critical incident stress management (C.I.S.M.)
Critical incident stress debriefings
Identification and referral of individuals wh need
additional support to alleviate emotional distress
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Personal Prevention Strategies
Physical
Regular, vigorous exercise
Adequate sleep
Good nutrition practices
Self-nurturance:
Massages
Warm Baths
Pleasant surroundings
Comfortable clothing
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Psychological
Balanced lifestyle
Relaxation
Contact with nature
Creative expression/hobbies
Skill development
Assertiveness training: Saying NO!
Interpersonal communication
Cognitive restructuring: one's world view
Community organzing and involvement
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Meditation/Spiritual Practice
Note: this may or may not have to do with organized
religion.
Deep breathing
Approaching life with a “mindful awareness”
Self-awareness
Knowing when outside help is needed
Humor
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Social/Interpersonal
Participate in family activities and play
Develop a quality social network
Get help when help is needed
Social activism
Community involvement
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Professional Life
Balance work and non-work activities
Balance multiple work roles
Boundaries and limit setting
Time management
Avoid overworking
Know your limits
Develop a professional support network
Seek supervision and consultation
Find role models or mentors
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Prevention Strategies During a
Disaster or Traumatic Event
Organizational/Team
Plan, prepare, and practice
Brief responders prior to deployment
Provide updates when available
Pair responders
Provide for breaks, meals, rest
Informal and formal debriefings
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Individual
Don't overwork
Eat, take breaks, and rest regularly
Watch out for your buddy
Be aware of yourself
Avoid caffeine and alcohol
Avoid over exposure to event (i.e., media)
Peer support
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Compassion Fatigue/Secondary Traumatic Stress
resources
There is a confidential test to evaluate your level of stess which you can
take on the following link:
http:///4therapy.com/consumer/assessment/taketest.php?&uniqueid=22&
Other links:
http:///www.stressdoc.com/four_states_burnout.htm
http:///www.compassionfatigue.org
Compassion Fatigue: Coping with Secondary Stress Disorder in Those Who
Treat the Traumatized: Figley, Charles R., PhD. 1995
Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, American Psychiatric
Association: DSM III, 1980, DSM IV, 1004; DSM IV TR, 2000
Healthy Caregiving. A Guide to Recognizing and Managing Compassion
Fatigue: Patricia Smith, Compassion Fatigue Awareness Project, 2008-2009
Google: Compassion Fatigue, Caregiver Burnout, Burnout, Secondary Traumatic Stress, Post
Traumatic Stress Disorder, Psychological First Aid, Critical Incident Stress Management
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