Multidisciplinary Perspectives about Disasters: Covid-19 and other Challenges for Disaster Risk Reduction from a latin american Experience - Couverture souple
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Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2020 in the subject Social Studies (General), The Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (Núcleo de Pesquisas sobre Desastres - NUPED), language: English, abstract: Imagine a world grappling with unseen threats, where the lines between safety and vulnerability blur with each passing day. "Multidisciplinary Perspectives About Disasters: COVID-19 and Other Challenges for Disaster Risk Reduction - The Latin American Experience" unveils a critical exploration of our preparedness, resilience, and collective response to disasters in the modern era, with a specific focus on the lessons learned from the COVID-19 pandemic across Latin America. This compelling collection brings together diverse voices from psychology, sociology, geography, urban planning, and public policy to dissect the multifaceted challenges of disaster risk reduction (DRR). Delve into the psychological impact of COVID-19 on frontline workers and vulnerable communities, and examine innovative approaches to promoting mental health and community resilience in the face of adversity. Discover the power of community-based strategies, such as collective mapping and participatory urban planning, that empower local populations to take control of their safety and build more resilient environments. Explore the ethical considerations for psychologists working in disaster zones and the importance of multidisciplinary training in DRR. Gain insights into the role of public policy in ensuring food security and addressing socio-environmental vulnerabilities. Uncover the tragic story of the "Trampoline of Death" bridge in Brazil and its implications for suicide prevention. This book is an essential resource for researchers, policymakers, practitioners, and anyone seeking a deeper understanding of the complex interplay between disasters, society, and the human spirit. It serves as a call to action, urging us to foster international collaboration, embrace multidisciplinary perspectives, and build a more resilient future for all, especially in light of the increasing threats posed by climate change and other global challenges. Explore the crucial intersection of disaster risk reduction, mental health, and social justice, and learn how we can work together to create safer, more equitable, and more sustainable communities in the face of unprecedented challenges. This collection also examines the role of risk perception and safe behaviors during epidemics, offering strategies for promoting responsible actions and mitigating the spread of disease. Discover how military firefighters cope with the emotional burden of their profession and how restorative justice can support emergency response teams. Ultimately, this book champions a holistic approach to DRR that integrates social, environmental, and psychological considerations, paving the way for more effective and compassionate disaster management strategies in Latin America and beyond.
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Taschenbuch. Etat : Neu. This item is printed on demand - it takes 3-4 days longer - Neuware -Research Paper (postgraduate) from the year 2020 in the subject Social Studies (General), The Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte (Núcleo de Pesquisas sobre Desastres - NUPED), language: English, abstract: The Book was organized under the responsibility of the Center Disaster Research of the Federal University of Rio Grande do Norte ('NUPED-UFRN'). The authors involved will be able to create their chapters in three languages, which are, English, Spanish and/or Portuguese, as a strategy for the dissemination of DRR studies made in Latin America.As recent as it is, risk and disasters have been playing a major role within the international scientific literature. Thus, it can be observed that extreme events have caused immeasurable damages to multiple sectors of society, especially to those who encounter themselves in high social vulnerability, particularly when the Latin American reality lies within the disrespectful and neglectful actions from governments towards their citizens. The arguments of such governments are based exclusively on the phenomenon itself, i.e., the premeditated search for a naturalization of the concept of disaster, and do not consider the results derived from omission and ineffective measures.The History has taught the scientific community that the malpractice decontextualized of this area means to unacknowledged the complexity of the field and the impacts on our daily lives. The need for a change of attitude from the scientific community and, consequently, a transformation in the paradigm regarding disasters, that means, the denaturalization of the concept. Currently, the Covid-19 Pandemic has made explicit what the government lacks to present to the public, i.e., the vulnerabilities of the system and the interests involved, since governments take ineffective measures for the prevention and control of extreme events with multiple victims. 384 pp. Englisch. N° de réf. du vendeur 9783346341358
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