The following are samples of stress symptoms and reactions that can appear during or after a critical incident or a traumatic event:
| Cognitive (Thinking)
Poor concentration slowed problem solving Poor attention span difficulties with calculation Memory problems difficulty making decisions Confusion
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Emotional (Feeling)
Depression loss of emotional control Guilt anxiety/fear Grief feeling lost/overwhelmed Anger
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| Physical (Body)
Muscle tremors gastro-intestinal distress Headaches difficulty breathing Chest pain elevated blood pressure
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Behavioral (Actions)
Excessive silence withdrawal from contact Unusual behaviors changes in eating habits Sleep disturbance changes in work habits |