Due to the military invasion of Russia in Ukraine, hostilities continue, and enemy missile strikes damage critical infrastructure, hospitals, residential buildings. International Trauma Expert (Israeli Trauma Coalition) Alex Gershanov told the Ministry of Health what to do if a person witnessed a terrorist attack.

Rules of Conduct in a Terrorist Attack.

Most importantly, be safe. Do not run in the direction of an explosion or gunfire unless you are a medic, rescuer, or first responder..

“Remember that there is a threat of repeated attacks in one place in a short time. You can also interfere with the work of rescue and other special services, ”the message says..

If you or someone around you is injured or has any physical damage, seek immediate medical attention..

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What reactions can occur when a person has survived a terrorist attack.

These reactions include:.

crying, screaming, tears;

freezing and freezing of emotions;

heightened emotionality;

increased irritability;

violation of physiological functions: sleep, appetite, functioning of the excretory system are normal. At the same time, attention should be paid to the intensity of their manifestation within three to four weeks..

If the intensity of these reactions does not decrease, it is necessary to consult a specialist - a general practitioner, or a psychologist, or in some cases a psychiatrist..

Also, in the period up to three weeks, social support is very important:.

It is necessary to communicate with loved ones, talk about what happened. Remember, your loved ones, because of your experience, also become the “second circle” of witnesses to the terrorist attack.. Therefore, when talking about the event, try, first of all, to focus on the facts..

You should return to your daily activities if you are not physically injured..

Maintaining continuity is the key to a quick recovery.

We must remember what has always helped to restore strength. This will help you relax and recover..

The Ministry of Health noted that it is impossible to relieve acute stress with alcohol, since against the background of a hormonal surge, it does not perform the function of relaxation..

Earlier, the Ministry of Internal Affairs gave recommendations on what to do in the event of a building collapse..