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Show 4D Lakeside Review South, Wednesday, June IS, 1983 Young Disaster Vktims May-NeeBy SUSAN TANNER HOLMES - Review Correspondent FARMINGTON Some young victims of recent muds- lides and floods in Da.vis County will begin to show some form of stress, either immediately or possibly after months have passed, say county mental health personnel. In general, children of all ages will show as their most frequent symptoms: sleep disturbances and night terrors, persistent fears about natural events, fears of future disasters, and a return to behaviors typical of a much younger child," said Joanne Barnes of the Davis County Mental Health Center. Children ages 1 to 5 might thumbreturn to sucking and fear of the dark. "They may refuse to leave the proximity of their parents, become nervous, irritable and disobedient, or develop motor difficulties such as tics and speech problems such as stuttering, bed-wettin- g, eration, temporarily lower of performance at school and home and providing With recent flooding and mudslides through the Davis homes, toys County area, children have been uprooted from and familiar things. The Davis County Mental Health Department suggests these dos and dont's for handling childrens crises: Do recognize and admit what is happening Do try to express your own true feelings. in the Do include the children both in what is happening-in- the opportunity for structured but undemanding chores and responsibilities, will help the healing process, she said. The adolescent typically expresses reaction by a "decline in previous responsible behavior, struggles for independence with parents and a lessened interest in the opposite sex, physical activities and frequent expression of feelings of inadequacy and helplessness, she said. They should be encouraged to understand that the passage of time will help everyone become acclimated to new situations and new roles. Do accept the help and generosity offered by others; you j will need their friendship during your crisis. " Do be flexible about demands on yourself and your children ; difficult times call for modifying your standards. Do seek professional help if after a reasonable time, your own best efforts seem inadequate. Don't tackle the entire problem as a whole; break it down into manageable pieces. Don't make hasty decisions and major changes in living too soon; time may alter your viewpoint. Don't be afraid to seek professional help at any time during a crisis if you feel you need it. . ex- pectations for school and general performance, while involving r in reconstruction the activities and participation, she said. teen-age- BELONGINGS familiar to young victims may remind them of recent disaster and contribute to feelings of insecurity. 4 HI , , Don't expect too much of yourselves or your children; at times of crisis, nonessentials can be delayed. Don't give up hope; working ones way out of major crises takes time. said Ms. Barnes. Parents can help most by giving verbal assurances and plenty of physical comfort, holding and caressing," said Ms. Barnes. fi-- i Do discuss their disaster experi- temporarily reduce f j ences with peers and significant others, and to remain involved with social activities. Parents should to Cope IHJelp d Provide the child with comfortable bedtime County Gathering Data On Mudslides, Floods routines such as warm milk. Permit the child to sleep in the parents room temporarily, if necessary, but if symptoms persist, refer to a professional. Play activities can help children express 'their emotions. Some of these could be finger painting, clay modeling and re- In an atFARMINGTON of to an estimate tempt compile damage to Davis County homes and businesses caused by recent floods and mudslides, the Davis County Commission is asking residents to complete a damage assessment report. Forms for the assessment were handed out to persons at- enactment of the disaster. Increased competition with brothers and sisters for tal attention, school phobias, complaints of headaches, visual or hearing problems and vague aches and pains may show up in older, school aged children. There may be a withdrawal tending last weeks emergency .meetings at Woods Cross High School and Farmington Junior High School. In addition, officials supervising efforts in the various flood areas have been handing out the from, and or fighting with friends and family, said Ms. Barnes. They may show a loss of interest in school and previously preferred activities. ' Additional attention, consid BEWILDERED by mudflow in her front yard, Leslie Ofstad peers from her home at results of Bountiful mudslide. forms to residents. This report does not constitute application for emergency assistance, but will be used as a preliminary assessment of damages, com- mented VerNon Griffeth of the Davis County Emergency Services. i Residents are encouraged to complete a form only if they have sustained loss or damages caused by a flood or mudslide. Forms can be picked up in room 223 of the Davis County Courthouse or be sent in the mail by calling 451-335- 5. , New Law to Boost Collection of Fines As a result of a new law passed by the 1983 State Legislature the Juvenile Court was given a new tool to collect unpaid fines and restitution. Senate Bill No. 41 added a subsection to the Operators and Chauffeurs License Act allowing the State Drivers License Division to suspend the license of a person who has an unpaid fine or restitution order from the Juvenile Court. John McNmara, the Juvenile Court Administrator, said efforts are underway to develop statewide procedures to notify the Drivers License Division of those youth with delinquent accounts. Although the law went into effect May 10, 1983, McNamara indicates the court will allow youth to clear up their overdue accounts during May and June before notifying the Drivers License Division. Any youth who has an overdue fine or restitution account should LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED; make payment before July to avoid losing their drivers license and having to reclaim it after clearing up their account. The court collected almost a million dollars in fines and restitution in 1982, returning over $300,000 in restitution to victims of juvenile crimes and intends to continue a vigorous effort in the future. spedallyfor area. The son of well-know- artist, n , MeiSBGifc! THURSDAY, FRIDAY, AND SATURDAY ONLY'-- '' The First District Juvenile Court, which includes Davis, Weber, Morgan, Box Elder, Large Print Cache and Rich Counties, will implement this program on any youth who has not cleared up any overdue fines or restitution owed the court by July 1, 1983. QUADRUPLE COMBINATIONS Leather, black or brown 94.95 (new editions). For additional information, contact Michael B. Strebel, 2550 Washington Boulevard, Ogden, UT 84401, phone for Weber and Morgan Counties, or John F. McNamara, Utah State Juvenile Court, Administrtive Office, 255 South 3rd East, Salt Lake City, UT 84111, phone FREE BOOK AND WE'LL GIVE DAD THE VINYL COVER FREE. YOU BUY THE 394-266- 1, COVER 533-525- 4. (paperback, 26 vols. County Artists Ready To Display at Museum LAYTON Robert Boylin Day Jr., oil landscape artist and native Davis county resident, will have a collection of his paintings at the First National Bank of Layton throughout the month of June Visitors to the bank will be familiar with the paintings which are taken from common farm sites and scenic locations throughout the 50 SINCE 1961 & index) . A Collection of Talks Robert Day, prefers much the same subject matter in rural Dad and I both landscapes. have a love for the land and the farm life we both knew growing up. However, our styles are quite different, says the younger Day. Steve A. Cramer . George A. Thompson J. by Day is a science teacher at Kaysville Junior High and he and his wife, Jeanne, reside in Layton with their three sons. Wayne i L. of Joseph Wahlquist . I O.C. Tanner DIVINE CENTER File for Circuit Breaker Tax Credit Before July - FARMINGTON Davis County tax abatement technician Fawn Jensen says'applica-tion- s for the state circuit breaker and county indigent abatement must be filed by July 1 to qualify for a 1983 property tax credit. Applicants must be over or a widow or widower with $10,000 a year to qualify for the circuit breaker credit. 65 an income under To qualify for the indigent abatement, the applicant must be 65 or older or be disabled and have an annual, income less than $7,500 if single or $8,000 if Steven R. Covey Narrated by Charles Freed 1 Many to choose from married. The applicant must have resided in their home for at least 10 of the previous 12 Applicants can qualify for both abatements which would be a $25 to $300 tax credit depending on their incomes. Applications can be picked up in the county auditors office, room .115 of the Davis County Courthouse. For further .information on the tax programs call Fawn Jensen in the county auditing or department at 3T. ext. 329. 9 . ALL AUTO RE Import, truck, Auto months. 451-332- . , . , BOOKSGIFT SHOE ) - 5 2 o CORNER 1900 W. 5075 S. IN ROY ' 825-825- 3 or 825-908- 9 GIFT CERTIFICATES AVAILABLE 773-780- i |