12 Questions
Which of the following is NOT a primary, secondary, or tertiary effect of a disaster?
Increased economic investment
Which of the following is an example of a natural disaster?
Tsunamis
What is the primary factor that determines vulnerability to a disaster?
Physical, social, economic, and environmental conditions
Which of the following is NOT a risk factor for disasters?
Availability of resources
Which group is more likely to suffer negative effects from a disaster?
Women and girls
What is the primary factor that determines the risk of future mental problems after a disaster?
The severity of exposure to the disaster
Which of the following factors is NOT mentioned as contributing to increased disaster risk?
Advances in disaster preparedness technology
According to the psychological perspective discussed, which of the following is a potential mental health consequence of disasters?
Post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD)
Which of the following age groups is mentioned as being more likely to experience distress after disasters?
Adults between 40-60 years old
Which of the following is NOT listed as an immediate effect of natural disasters?
Economic recession
Which of the following factors is mentioned as contributing to increased vulnerability to disasters in developing countries?
Strong body of evidence for risk factors
Which of the following statements about the Philippines is true?
It is one of the most vulnerable countries in the world to natural disasters.
Test your knowledge on the primary, secondary, and tertiary effects of natural disasters, as well as disaster risk factors. Explore various types of natural disasters such as storm surges, tornadoes, tsunamis, and wildfires.
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