Is a handout from Psychological First Aid Field Operations Guide (PFA). This hndout provides people with common reactions after a disaster, ways to respond to those reactions, and examples of things you can say to another adult.
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Is the fifth appendix for the Psychological First Aid Field Operations Guide (PFA).
Is the fifth appendix for the Psychological First Aid Field Operations Guide (PFA).
In response to the recent flooding, the National Child Traumatic Stress Network has the following resources to help families and communities.
An earthquake is a shifting of the earth’s plates, which results in a sudden mild-to-strong shaking of the ground. Since earthquakes are unexpected and can be very destructive, being in one can be very terrifying.
Knowing what to do during a winter storm can help families stay safe.
After a period of extreme heat, most families will recover and be able to return to their normal routines rather quickly. Most children will demonstrate resilience after a heat wave.
Tsunamis can occur with very little warning, which can heighten the fear and intensity of experiencing one and can also lead to greater loss of life and injuries.
Is the fifth appendix for the Psychological First Aid Field Operations Guide (PFA).
A windstorm is a storm with high winds or violent gusts that are strong enough to cause at least some damage to trees and buildings. Dangerous wind gusts are very difficult to predict and can occur without warning.