Out of the wave: The meaning of suffering and relief from suffering as described in autobiographies by survivors of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami

Roxberg, Åsa; Sameby, Jessica; Brodin, Sandra; Fridlund, Bengt; Silva, António Barbosa da

doi:10.3402/qhw.v5i3.5323

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“…whether the coverage was too extensive) and anniversary-related post-traumatic stress symptoms (PTSS). Attitude to the anniversary coverage was investigated since previous studies have suggested that this may cause stress among the public, first responders and survivors (Roxberg et al, 2010 ; Vasterman et al, 2005 ). The study included anniversary-related PTSS to allow for comparisons with previous studies with other occupational samples (e.g.…”

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Anniversary reactions among journalists covering terror: stress reactions and well-being 10 years after the terror in Norway

Idås

Backholm

2023

European Journal of Psychotraumatology

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Background: Covering terror and catastrophes can be traumatic for journalists, potentially resulting in long-term impairment. This study investigated 10-year anniversary reactions among Norwegian journalists who covered the Oslo/Utöya terror incident in Norway, 2011. Objective: The study aimed to investigate whether level of traumatic exposure and support actions in 2011 were related to anniversary reactions and current psychological well-being in 2021. It also explored if magnitude of anniversary reactions was related to level of current well-being. Method: A cross-sectional survey was sent to journalists who still work within journalism, eight weeks after the 10-year anniversary ( N = 200). Participants reported retrospectively on trauma exposure, ethical dilemmas and social support in 2011, as predictors, and attitude to media anniversary coverage, anniversary-related stress, and well-being, as outcome variables. Results: More ethical dilemmas in 2011 ( r = .295, p < .001) were related to a larger degree of anniversary-related stress in 2021. Having received less workplace social support in 2011 was related to more stress reactions ( r = −.196, p < .05), while the magnitude of overall traumatic exposure in 2011 was not related to stress. Social support also predicted a higher level of current well-being in 2021 ( r = .381, p < .001). More severe anniversary-related stress symptoms were significantly associated with decreased level of current well-being ( r = −.259, p < .001). Conclusion: Journalists can experience lasting consequences from demanding experiences at work, including fluctuating stress symptoms during incident anniversaries. It is crucial for both journalists and newsrooms to recognize and be aware of the potential impact of anniversaries on the well-being of those involved in the initial coverage.

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Anniversary reactions among journalists covering terror: stress reactions and well-being 10 years after the terror in Norway

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Backholm

2023

European Journal of Psychotraumatology

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“…Disasters are characterized by human and animal suffering and material damage (Roxberg, Sameby, Brodin, Fridlung, & Da Silva, 2010 ). When a disaster strikes, all members of a community are affected to varying degrees (Dass-Brailsford, 2008 ).…”

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“Out of our control”: Living through Cyclone Yasi

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International Journal of Qualitative Studies on Health and Well

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The aim of this study was to explore the experiences of people who lived through Cyclone Yasi on 3 February 2011. Data from two open-ended questions (Q1: n=344; and Q2: n=339) within a survey completed by 433 residents of cyclone-affected areas between Cairns and Townsville, Australia, were analysed using a qualitative, thematic approach. Experiences were portrayed in three main themes: (1) living in the mode of existential threat describes survivors’ sense of panic and feeling at the mercy of nature as they feared for their life; (2) unforgettable memories describe feelings of emotional helplessness and the unimaginable chaos that the cyclone wrought; and (3) centrality of others shows how community support and closeness helped alleviate losses and uncertainty. A critical finding from this study was the negative role of the media in escalating fears for life prior to and during the cyclone, highlighting the need for government, community leaders, and health professionals to have a media plan in place to ensure that disaster warnings are taken seriously without inciting unnecessary panic. Although survivors experienced extreme vulnerability and a threat to life, the disaster also brought communities closer together and connected family, friends, and neighbours through the caring, support, and help they offered each other. This highlights the central role of others during the recovery process and underlines the importance of promoting and facilitating social support to aid recovery post disaster.

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Where Can I Find Consolation? A Theoretical Analysis of the Meaning of Consolation as Experienced by Job in the Book of Job in the Hebrew Bible

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The aim of the study was to explore the meaning of consolation as experienced by Job in the Book of Job and as presented in literature and how consolation relates to suffering and care. The study's theoretical design applied Ricoeur's view on phenomenology and hermeneutics. The resulting themes were as follows: consolation that is present, that originates in confrontation, that keeps suffering at a distance, that does not alleviate suffering, that originates in experience from giving comfort, and that facilitates a change of perspective. The authentic and caring consolation accepts the sufferer's incomprehensible "otherness" but however provides no answers about how to console.

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Out of the wave: The meaning of suffering and relief from suffering as described in autobiographies by survivors of the 2004 Indian Ocean tsunami

Cited by 8 publications

References 35 publications

Anniversary reactions among journalists covering terror: stress reactions and well-being 10 years after the terror in Norway

Anniversary reactions among journalists covering terror: stress reactions and well-being 10 years after the terror in Norway

“Out of our control”: Living through Cyclone Yasi

Where Can I Find Consolation? A Theoretical Analysis of the Meaning of Consolation as Experienced by Job in the Book of Job in the Hebrew Bible

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