The Indian County Trauma Center develops trauma-related treatment protocols, outreach materials, and service delivery guidelines specifically designed for American Indian and Alaska Native (AI/AN)
This brief article provides an overview of how children respond when they feel threatened, along with guidelines of how caregivers should interact with traumatized children.
This report is designed to inform discussions about the fairness and efficacy of drug-free zone laws by reviewing empirical findings, primarily from three states (Massachusetts, New Jersey, and Con
This analysis by the Office of National Drug Control Policy (ONDCP) found that parents should also be concerned about the number of online videos promoting dangerous behaviors such as drug use. The study found that teens are exposed to a vast amount of explicit content online—ranging from videos that promote extreme drug and alcohol use to videos depicting self-mutilation.
This brief outlines steps that can be taken to prevent electronic aggression, such as developing school policies, establishing youth violence programs and educator training, and creating a positive school atmosphere for students. A companion tip sheet for parents is also available.
This Web site provides links to examples of state and local initiatives that address school safety, publications on bullying and zero tolerance, as well as information on legislation, programs, tra
This report (second edition) was written to provide communities that are considering implementing OJJDP's comprehensive gang model with critical information to inform and direct their efforts.
This Web site focuses on school violence and provides data sources, risk and protective factors, prevention resources, and additional online resources to prevent school violence.
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.
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.
