18 Questions
Which group of people are considered to have increased vulnerability due to diseases, both hereditary and developed?
Medication-dependent individuals
Which element of disaster risk refers to the social vulnerabilities of communities and how they contribute to overall exposure?
Socio-economic elements
What is the definition of 'disaster risk' according to the text?
The product of the possible damage caused by a hazard due to the vulnerability within a community
Which group of people are considered to 'lack basic home necessities' according to the text?
Homeless individuals
Which element of disaster risk refers to the tangible factors such as people, assets, and structures?
Physical elements
Which group of people are considered to 'lack attention and opportunity from society due to their past actions'?
Incarcerated individuals
According to the Sendai Framework, why are women often considered more vulnerable during disasters?
They are less socially mobile and economically independent
Which of the following factors make children and youth more vulnerable during disasters?
They have varying levels of physical and psychological development
What is a key factor that makes older people (senior citizens) more vulnerable during disasters?
They lack mobility and have complex medical needs
Which of the following statements best describes the vulnerability of people with disabilities (PWDs) during disasters?
They often lack mobility, speed, and sufficient sensory input, increasing their risk of injury or death
What is a key factor that contributes to the vulnerability of select migrants during disasters?
They struggle to access resources and protection due to poverty, discrimination, or language barriers
Which of the following groups is not specifically mentioned as vulnerable in the Sendai Framework?
Religious minorities
Which group is most likely to experience severe mental problems resulting from disasters?
People in developing countries
Which of the following statements about age and disaster impact is true, based on the information provided?
Children exhibit more stress after disasters than adults do.
Which group is likely to experience the lowest risk of developing future mental problems after a disaster?
People who are aware of the disaster only through news
Which of the following statements about gender and disaster impact is supported by the information provided?
The text does not provide information about gender differences in disaster impact.
How do the effects of natural disasters compare between developed and developing countries?
Natural disasters have more adverse effects in developing countries.
Based on the information provided, which of the following groups is likely to be at higher risk of developing mental health problems after a disaster?
The text does not provide specific information about these groups.
Learn about vulnerability and exposure in the context of the Philippines, including the sectors such as Office of the President, NDRRMC OCD, Private/Public Sectors, General Public/Civil Society, and Marginalized Minorities. Explore how the Sendai Framework (UNDRR, 2017) addresses these issues, with a focus on women's vulnerability.
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