Children and Families in the Context of Disasters: Implications for Preparedness and Response

• 2008

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• Betty Pfefferbaum; Carol North
PMID: 20617116

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This article reviewed how disasters affect children and families, their interactions during disasters, parenting challenges, and parental recognition of children's reactions. It also discusses policy implications, preparedness, intervention recommendations, and the importance of future research in this field.

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Hazard: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Emergency Managers; Physicians; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Child; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Family Relations; Parents; Parenting

Institutions: University of Oklahoma; University of Texas Southwestern

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