Providing Immediate Hope to Survivors of Natural Disasters: A Miracle Question Intervention

Authors

Elijah Steinbrecher, Fuller Theological Seminary-Arizona
Sara Smock Jordan, University of Nevada, Las VegasFollow
Brie Turns, Fuller Theological Seminary-Arizona

Document Type

Article

Publication Date

7-10-2020

Publication Title

American Journal of Family Therapy

First page number:

1

Last page number:

16

Abstract

Natural disasters can greatly impact the physical and psychological well-being of individuals, families, and communities. Experiencing the event is only the beginning of negative outcomes endured by families. The loss of a home, livelihood, possessions, and a sense of safety can cause depression, anxiety, posttraumatic stress disorder, and a vast array of other psychological challenges. This article proposes the use of the Miracle Question (MQ), an intervention from Solution focused Brief Therapy, for individuals and families recovering from a natural disaster. A case study example will also be provided to demonstrate the empathetic and effective use of the intervention.

Keywords

Miracle question; Natural disasters; Solution focused brief therapy; Trauma

Disciplines

Clinical Psychology | Marriage and Family Therapy and Counseling

Language

English

Repository Citation

Steinbrecher, E., Jordan, S. S., Turns, B. (2020). Providing Immediate Hope to Survivors of Natural Disasters: A Miracle Question Intervention. American Journal of Family Therapy 1-16.
http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/01926187.2020.1789899