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[ 14 Dec 2012 | 5 Comments ]
Sad girl sits with a helping hand extended

The headlines coming out of Connecticut are heartbreaking and our thoughts are with those affected by the Sandy Hook Elementary School tragedy.
Questions are many at a time like this.
 How can we cope with the tragedy?  How can we speak about the events with young children? What can health professionals or emergency responders do at these times? How can we make our schools even safer? What other resources are available?
In response, we’ve set up a website with information and resources titled “SAMHSA Coping with Violence and Traumatic Events.”
You can find …

Disaster Response, Featured, Headline, Public Awareness and Support »

[ 29 Aug 2012 | One Comment ]
Picture of severe wind and rain during a hurricane

Today, on the 7th anniversary of the devastating Hurricane Katrina, Hurricane Isaac has made landfall in the New Orleans and Mississippi Gulf Coast region.
We know that hurricanes and other natural disasters can lead to emotional distress in those that experience them. Survivors living in the impacted areas (including children and teens), loved ones of victims, and first responders, rescue & recovery workers are all at risk.
Feelings such as overwhelming anxiety, constant worrying, trouble sleeping and other depression-like symptoms are common responses to disasters and traumatic events (before, during and after …