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Coping with Crisis Situations

Resources for educators, health providers, and the community.

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Crisis Preparedness, Response, and Recovery Resources

You or someone you know may be feeling the effects of a recent crisis or disaster in the community. The signs of stress may be hidden or unfamiliar to you. What can you do to help yourself or someone else cope? Whether you are a community member, educator, or health worker, you’ll find easy access to resources online here, including:

• Resources for schools and other agencies on adopting emergency management plans that encompass the four phases of emergency management and ensure that they have comprehensive plans to address the impact of emergency situation

• How to recognize the warning signs of stress

• Methods for coping with stress – appropriate for children of all ages

• Resources to develop resiliency in children of all ages

• Training Information on Psychological First Aid, Mental Health First Aid, and Peer Listening

To begin, simply click on one of the categories listed below. Resources for family members and individuals are included in the Community section of our site. If you need immediate assistance, please call the Disaster Distress Helpline at 1-800-985-5990.

 

Warning Signs

Children, teenagers, and adults can react to crisis situations in very different ways. When they can

 

Coping Resources

When children, teens, and adults are dealing with the stress from crisis situations, talking may not be enough. These resources provide ideas about what to do you can do at home to help children, family members, and yourself cope. 

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Link to resources for families link to resources for educators link to resources for mental health and healthcare providers

If you have a resourse not already on our Web site that you would like us to consider adding or have any questions or comments feel free to contact us.

Featured Resource

SAMHSA's Quarterly Technical Assistance Journal on Disaster and Behavior Health

The Dialoge is a Technical Assistance quartly eJournal that focuses on Disaster and Behavior Health. This issue's special features is "Cross-cultural Disaster Behavioral Health. A shelter field guide, resources, and upcoming events are also included in this issue.

Public Health Matters Blog

This blog covers topics ranging from helping children cope with a disaster, to preparing for natural disasters and general crisis prepardness. 

Resources for Coping with School Shootings

In response to recent tragic events, we have compiled resources for educators and families to help children cope. View the resources here.

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National Suicide Prevention Lifeline

If you, or someone you know, is in suicidal crisis or emotional distress please call 1-800-273-TALK (8255) or chat

Disaster Distress Helpline

1-800-985-5990 or Text TalkWithUs to 66746
TTY for Deaf/Hearing Impaired:
1-800-846-8517

Feeling stressed?
If you or someone you know has been affected by a disaster and needs immediate assistance, please call this toll-free number for information, support, and counseling. You will be connected to the nearest crisis center.

 

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