Pandemic Aftermath: Trauma and Resilience

This chapter examines the psychological and sociological effects of the COVID-19 pandemic as a source of collective trauma, particularly in the indigenous community of Parque das Tribos in Manaus. It highlights the lasting impact on mental health, especially for vulnerable groups such as emergency workers and low-income communities, while underscoring the crucial role of social support and community leadership in fostering healing. The discussion emphasizes the importance of recognizing individual responses to trauma and the actions communities can take to aid recovery.