roadtraumaservicesqld

Following a road trauma incident, people who have been involved directly, or indirectly, will experience a
variety of physical and/or emotional reactions. There is no set pattern or length of time for these reactions
to occur, or to be resolved, and the severity and frequency of symptoms may vary greatly in individuals.
The time span may be a few days, a few months, or a number of years in the absence of early emotional
support and counselling.

Not all reactions are easily recognisable, although you may feel that something is not quite right. Some
people are able to identify and share their emotions, while others find either or both these tasks difficult.
Friends, close associates and employers need to be aware that, although on the surface people appear to
be coping, other symptoms may be apparent in the attitude and/or behaviour of those involved.

If you are concerned about how you, (or a friend, relative or workmate), are coping after a road trauma
incident, click on this link to download a PDF* document that lists some of the more common symptoms
that might be experienced and some recommended coping strategies.

Some of these symptoms are also common to other illnesses, physical as well as emotional, so it's a
good idea to have a check-up with your doctor to ensure that you do not have an underlying medical
condition that is contributing to your distress.

If you, or a relative or friend, would like to access the free counselling service we provide, please contact
Road Trauma Services Queensland.

* For PDF documents you must have the free Adobe Acrobat Reader, which can be downloaded from the Adobe Download
page.