How long it takes to recover from the trauma will depend on the individual.
SINGAPORE – The extreme turbulence on Singapore Airlines Flight SQ321 – which left one passenger dead from a suspected heart attack and dozens injured – has inflicted psychological scars on those who survived.
Dr Annabelle Chow – the principal clinical psychologist at Annabelle Psychology – said that up to a month after the incident, those affected may experience ASD, which includes symptoms such as recurrent and involuntary flashbacks, appetite and sleep changes, as well as memory gaps. To increase their feelings of perceived safety, passengers should maintain a healthy lifestyle and take part in activities involving bilateral stimulation like walking and swimming, which would help the mind process the traumatic experience better, said Dr Oh.
Dr Thomas Lee, medical director at Resilienz clinic, recommended eye movement desensitisation and reprocessing – a popular method in trauma therapy. She added that traumatised passengers should limit their exposure to any triggers, such as certain locations or media content, to temporarily manage any anxiety.Compared with the passengers, the cabin crew may experience a worse impact on their mental health.
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