Rural Disaster Behavioral Health: A Guide for Outreach Workers and Crisis Counselors

• 2023

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This guide discusses the importance of mental health awareness and destigmatization, especially among racial and ethnic minority communities. It emphasizes the need for culturally responsive approaches to mental health promotion and treatment, highlighting strategies such as community engagement, culturally tailored interventions, and increased access to services. The document also addresses the impact of historical and systemic factors on mental health disparities and encourages collaboration between diverse stakeholders to address these challenges effectively.

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Focus Areas: Mental Health; Natural Disasters

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Behavioral Medicine; Crisis Intervention; Disaster Planning; Mental Health Services; Rural Health; Rural Health Services

Institutions: Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA)

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