Survivors of Tornados, Tsunamis, and Windstorms Report More Weather-Related PTSD Symptoms Than Survivors of Other Natural Hazards

Poster Session V

Keyword: Climate Change

Abstract: Increased rates of PTSD symptoms have been found among individuals who have experienced natural disasters. This study surveyed a demographically diverse sample of 512 US adults using the Severe Weather Phobia Questionnaire-4 (Jacquin et al., 2024). Results revealed significantly increased PTSD symptoms after experience with tornados, tsunamis, and windstorms.

• Amanda Coleman (Presenting Author)
• Carly Abaga (Author)
• Kristine Jacquin (Author)