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The Burden of Disaster: Part II. Applying Interventions Across the Child’s Social Ecology
2012
· University of Oklahoma,
· Phoenix College,
· Dartmouth College,
· U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs
This article describes how to help children cope with disasters by using their social environment. It explains different levels of support: family and friends (Microsystem), …
A Skill Set for Supporting Displaced Children in Psychological Recovery After Disasters
2017
· University of Oklahoma,
· Virginia Polytechnic Institute and State University,
· National Child Traumatic Stress Network (NCTSN),
· George Washington University
This review examines intervention practices for helping displaced children, adolescents, and families after natural disasters. It emphasizes enhancing youth resilience, building social connections, and coping …
The Role of Public Health in Mental and Behavioral Health in Children and Families Following Disasters
2009
· University of Washington,
· University of Oklahoma,
· Fielding Graduate University,
· Seattle Children's Hospital,
· Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)
This article explores the impact of mass disasters and terrorist attacks on the mental and behavioral health of children and youth. It identifies the key …
Using Two Statewide Medical Operations Coordination Centers to Load Balance in Pediatric Hospitals During a Severe Respiratory Surge in the United States
2023
· University of Washington
This article describes how two statewide Medical Operations Coordination Centers (MOCCs) in Washington and Oregon helped manage a surge in pediatric patients during a severe …
PICU in the MICU: How Adult ICUs Can Support Pediatric Care in Public Health Emergencies
2022
· University of Washington,
· Uniformed Services University,
· Brooke Army Medical Center,
· Naval Medical Center, San Diego,
· University of Michigan
This article explains how adult ICUs can help care for children during health emergencies like COVID-19. It describes that since there are fewer pediatric ICU …
Disaster Planning for Homeless Populations: Analysis and Recommendations for Communities
2020
· University of Washington
This article explains how homeless people are more at risk during disasters due to lack of shelter, health issues, and limited resources. It highlights the …
Pediatric Emergency Medicine Disaster Simulation Curriculum: The 5-Minute Trauma Assessment for Pediatric Residents (TRAP-5)
2020
· University of Washington
This study presents a simulation-based curriculum, created for pediatric residents to practice rapid trauma assessment skills. The curriculum involves scenarios with manikins portraying injured 5-year-olds. …
Mental Health Interventions for Children Exposed to Disasters and Terrorism
2014
· University of Oklahoma
This article describes mental health interventions for children exposed to disasters and terrorism. It highlights various methods like preparedness programs, psychological first aid, cognitive behavioral …
Power Outages and Carbon Monoxide Poisoning in Children
2025
· Columbia University,
· Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai,
· Children's Hospital of Philadelphia,
· University of Washington
This article describes how power outages can lead to carbon monoxide poisoning in children, especially when families use generators or other fuel-burning devices indoors. It …
The Disaster Information Reference Library (DIRL)
2025
· University of Washington
This resource features the Disaster Information Reference Library (DIRL), which aims to enhance the quality of research and publication at the intersection of disaster information …