@article{ref1,
title="Psychological support for rapid response staff",
journal="Community practitioner",
year="2019",
author="Finlay, F. and Baverstock, A. and MacCallam, J.",
volume="92",
number="1",
pages="45-47",
abstract="[balck right-pointing small triangle] Rapid response teams are vulnerable to psychological problems aft er witnessing acute events such as the death of a child. [balck right-pointing small triangle] Formal support is rarely available, and many staff feel that they 'should be able to cope' with the aft ermath of traumatic injuries and suicides. [balck right-pointing small triangle] The authors believe that support should be available to empower and support at both a team and individual level. [balck right-pointing small triangle] The paper aims to raise awareness, promote recognition and offer ways to address psychological support needs of staff and enable them to maintain psychological wellbeing. [balck right-pointing small triangle] Recharging strategies are suggested, which include creating an open culture, building resilience through self-reflection, and managing anxiety through mindfulness. [balck right-pointing small triangle] Reflective practice and conversations with staff were used, alongside information gained from local audits and the literature. The clinical experience and knowledge of the authors was drawn upon throughout. © 2019, Ten Alps Publishing.<p /><p>Language: en</p>",
language="en",
issn="1462-2815",
doi="",
url="http://dx.doi.org/"
}