Tips for Talking to Children & Youth About the Oil Spill Disaster: Interventions at Home for Preschoolers to Adolescents

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Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

When children and teens are dealing with the stress from the Gulf oil spill, talking may not be enough. This tip sheet for parents and caregivers provides ideas about what to do you can do at home to help children cope.

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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.

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

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.

Resiliency

Children and youth who are resilient are better equipped to overcome life

Warning Signs

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