Dealing with Post-Protest Stress: Part I

The African Trumpet

People who are involved or directly exposed to the protests may have experienced emotional trauma, anxiety, and stress disorders. Some protesters report feeling anxious and reliving the certain intrusive and distressing, involuntary memories, dreams or flashbacks. How does one handle post-maandamno blues, and decompress? Psychologist Kamau Mwangi walks us through the topic of post-protest trauma and fatigue and the steps needed to stay whole and healthy during this protest season.