Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event: A Guide for Parents, Caregivers, and Teachers

Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event: A Guide for Parents, Caregivers, and Teachers

Description:

This fact sheet provides suggestions for parents, teachers, and caregivers of youth of varying ages about how to provide reassurance and support following a traumatic event, such as a disaster. The fact sheet

• Describes how youth of different age groups might respond to a traumatic event;
• Provides suggestions on how adult caregivers can offer support for these youth; and
• Suggests other resources (e.g., suicide hotlines) for when there is a need for more support than a teacher/parent alone can give.

Target Situation:

Parents, teachers, and caregivers who want to reassure and support children following a traumatic event.