Nepal Left to Rebuild From Ashes

Nepal is left to rebuild from mere ashes after being struck by a 7.9 magnitude earthquake on Saturday. The main tremor was soon followed by a series of aftershocks which upset what remained after the initial quake. More than eight million people have been affected, with nearly 5,000 deaths and over 9,000 injured. Nepal is left in ruins unsure of how to rebuild.

Understanding the challenges of recovery after such disasters helps steady the rebuilding process. One of the most prominent challenges of returning to normalcy after an earthquake of that magnitude is social uncertainty and confusion. People are vulnerable and often without a plan to rebuild which increases psychological problems.

One primary obstacle encountered when rebuilding  … click HERE to continue reading