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Abstract: Submission #109

Submission Number: 109
Submission ID: 143
Submission UUID: dfd49ae9-40bf-47a4-a46d-6c6e449007ec
Submission URI: /2023/abstracts

Created: Thu, 07/06/2023 - 18:34
Completed: Thu, 07/06/2023 - 18:37
Changed: Sat, 07/15/2023 - 15:15

Remote IP address: 165.73.227.18
Submitted by: Anonymous
Language: English

Is draft: No
Current page: Complete
Webform: Abstract
Presenters
Prof.
Bila
Nontembeko
0825558196
University of Pretoria
Professor Nontembeko Bila is a South African social work academic, and researcher affiliated with the University of Pretoria. She joined the Department of Social Work and Criminology at the university in 2010 and obtained her PhD in 2018. Her research specialisation centres around mental health and disability. At both undergraduate and postgraduate levels, she teaches courses on mental health and disability. In addition to her teaching responsibilities, she serves as a Departmental Postgraduate Chair and a member of the Faculty Postgraduate Committee. She also contributes as a task team member of the Social Work in Health Care initiative for the South African Council of Social Service Professions.
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Abstract
Psychological First Aid: Supporting Individuals and Communities in the Aftermath of Disasters
THEME 2: Building sustainable, resilient, and self-reliant communities through indigenous modalities, inter-sectoral collaborations, and partnerships
SUB 2.2 Strengthening community support structures to mitigate the impact of adverse events
Oral Presentation
The abstract highlights the importance of Psychological First Aid (PFA) in providing immediate and compassionate support to individuals and communities affected by disasters. It emphasizes the need to address the psychological well-being of survivors alongside their physical needs. The abstract explores the core principles of PFA, including safety, comfort, and connection, and discusses the psychological reactions and emotional distress commonly experienced by survivors. It also emphasizes the significance of cultural sensitivity and individualized approaches in delivering PFA. Furthermore, the abstract outlines specific strategies and techniques employed in PFA, while addressing the challenges and ethical considerations faced by social workers. Overall, the abstract underscores the vital role of PFA and social workers in disaster response and recovery, emphasizing the importance of providing empathetic support to promote psychological well-being.
Reviewer ONE Feedback
Ms
Nondumiso
Hadebe
Yes
Practice
Accepted
Reviewer TWO Feedback
Dr
Issie
Jacobs
Yes
Practice
Accepted
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