In my previous article titled " Assault on Doctors, A Worldwide Phenomenon ", I discussed various issues related to assault on doctors. In this article, I will further discuss how different factors can play a role in crisis mitigation after assault has taken place. Discussion: Role of Individual / Community Crisis mitigation: Prevent further violence. Help catch the culprits. Help provide treatment to the injured. Call the police and other appropriate authorities. Short term: Counselling of perpetrators of violence.
Channelize energy towards constructive works. Long term: Violence appears whenever power is in jeopardy and is purposeless. It is part of socio-political power struggle. The community support to violence must end. There should be adequate forums for expression and redressal of grievances. Role of Police Crisis mitigation: Reach promptly and act effectively. Inspire…
