The Impact of Post-Bhotekoshi-Trishuli Flood Scenes on Mental Health and How to Address It

Scenes following the floods increase the risk of ‘secondary trauma.’ According to medical professionals, repeatedly viewing distressing content on the phone can indirectly cause psychological harm. Psychiatrist Richa Amatya stated that prolonged exposure to various flood-related scenes on social media raises the danger of ‘secondary trauma.’

How can one recognize if they are experiencing ‘secondary trauma’ and how can its effects be mitigated? For more information on this topic, be sure to watch the accompanying video.