Disastershock Handbook
How to Cope with the Emotional Stress of a Major Disaster

Written By
Brian Gerrard, Ph.D.
Emily Girault, Ph.D.
Valerie Appleton, Ed.D.
Suzanne Giraurdo, Ed.D.
Sue Shaffer, Ed.D.

This handbook is dedicated to the memory of Dr. Elizabeth Bigelow and Dr. Larry Palmatier who inspired us through their courage, love, and commitment to helping others.


Several downloadable versions of the Disastershock Hanbook are available to your right. The three versions, Adobe Acrobat format, Microsoft Word format, and Rich Text format are provided to accommodate most computer configurations.

Please take this time to read this special handbook made available by the authors above. On the left, links to each main section of the handbook are also provided.