Schools and Terrorism: A Supplement to the Report of the National Advisory Committee on Children and Terrorism

• 2004

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PMID: 15077498DOI: https://doi.org/10.1111/j.1746-1561.2004.tb04198.x

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The article discusses the impact of terrorism on schools and the importance of emergency management plans. It highlights how schools can be affected by terrorism, even if not direct targets, using examples like the events of September 11, 2001. The article emphasizes the need for schools to have emergency plans that address various scenarios, including terrorism-related issues. It also stresses the importance of collaboration between public health, mental health, education, and other emergency responders to ensure the safety and well-being of children. The article provides recommendations for preparedness, response, recovery, and mitigation efforts in schools to address the special needs of children during and after a terrorist event.

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Focus Area: Violence

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

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

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Disaster Planning; Schools; Security Measures; Terrorism; United States

Institutions: The National Advisory Committee on Children and Disasters (NACCD); Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC)

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