Helping Children After a Natural Disaster: Information for Families and Educators

• 2016

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This document provides guidance on how to support children after a natural disaster. It describes how disasters can cause stress and fear in kids, affecting their emotions and behavior. The document suggests ways to help, like offering comfort, listening to their concerns, and maintaining routines. It emphasizes the importance of adults staying calm and being role models for coping with stress. Additionally, it highlights the need for professional help if children show ongoing distress or behavioral changes. Overall, it offers practical advice for parents and caregivers to support children's emotional recovery after experiencing a natural disaster.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Families & Children; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Recovery

Keywords: Mental Health Services; Natural Disasters; Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic; Psychological First Aid

Institutions: National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

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