Emergency Information → Resources → Mental Health: Coping with cumulative stress
the Office of Student and Community Services, Department of
MONTGOMERY COUNTY PUBLIC SCHOOLS, Rockville, Maryland
As the community continues to cope with
a crisis, many people may begin to show signs of
the cumulative effects of stress. Stress from one incident
may not be fully resolved before another incident occurs and
triggers stress once again.
It is very important that all of us are
aware of our own stress levels and work to lower them when
necessary, especially when we are charged with supporting
children. As parents, teachers, counselors, administrators,
crisis responders, or other educators, caring for ourselves
is an essential first step to taking care of our children.
There are warning signs that individuals can identify as a
result of repeated exposure to stress.
It is critical to address signs of cumulative
stress as soon as they begin. Contact the Montgomery County
Crisis Center at 240-777-4000 if you have concerns about how
you are reacting. The employee assistance program at your workplace
is another source of support, as is your family physician. (Montgomery County Public Schools' Employee Assistance Program: 301-460-2100)
some healthy coping strategies can ease the cumulative effects
County Crisis Center is a free resource available 24 hours/7
days each week. Call 240-777-4000.