Be Red Cross ready: Taking care of your emotional health after a disaster—This fact sheet from the American Red Cross explains normal reactions to a disaster, what a survivor can do to cope with these emotions, and where to seek additional help if needed.
Parent tips for school-age children—This table lists possible reactions, suggested responses, and examples of things parents can do and say to school-age children after a disaster.
Understanding child traumatic stress—The author discusses the cognitive response to danger as it relates to traumatic experiences or traumatic stress throughout all developmental stages, particularly in children. The document includes an overview of posttraumatic stress responses and their severity and duration, as well as posttraumatic stress after chronic or repeated trauma.
What you need to know about helping the elderly recover from the emotional aftermath of a disaster—This one-page fact sheet lists common reactions older adults may have after a disaster and warning signs that someone may need extra help, as well as strategies to help older adults with their special needs.
Tips for first responders — The authors of this 28-page booklet offer tips disaster and other first responders can use during emergencies and routine encounters to accommodate and communicate with people with disabilities. The booklet is divided into sections that focus on the following populations: older adults, people with service animals, mobility impairments, autism, multiple chemical sensitivities, or cognitive disabilities; and people who are hearing or visually impaired.
Traumatic stress and substance use problems—This booklet authored by the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies discusses the research that examines the link between exposure to traumatic events and substance use problems.
The institute’s website offers links to podcasts, handouts, self-care assessments, and online trainings for psychological and spiritual support for community caregivers.
SBIRT is a comprehensive, integrated public health approach to the delivery of early intervention for individuals with a history of alcohol and drug use; and supports the use of timely referrals to substance abuse treatment programs. This BIG Hospital SBIRT Initiative has FREE webinars for healthcare professionals working in hospitals, FQHC, community clinics and programs. Different types of populations and services are discussed depending on your level of interest.