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APA Citation:   Berman, D., Davis-Berman, J. (2002). An integrated approach to crisis management in wilderness settings. Journal of Adventure Education and Outdoor Learning, 2(1), 9-17.

Abstract:
This paper introduces wilderness leaders to the notion and experience of emotional crises, as they may occur in wilderness environments. Basic definitions and descriptions of crises and scenarios are presented. Then, a comprehensive model, generated from a United States perspective is presented. This model includes basic definitions of crises, and also covers techniques for helping people in crisis. Finally, the discussion ends with a model for debriefing after traumatic events have occurred. Discussion and implications for the field are presented.

Keywords:   emotional crisis, risk management, leadership, wilderness