Going Down the Drain: When Children's Fears Become Real--Responding to Children When Disaster Strikes

• 2006

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• Ann Wilson
PMID: 16519368

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The article discusses the impact of natural disasters and terrorism on children, particularly focusing on the aftermath of September 11, 2001. It highlights the importance of assessing and supporting children in trauma-affected areas, emphasizing the role of parents in children's recovery. The article also addresses how children's responses are influenced by their developmental stage and the way media portrays these events. Recommendations for caring for children exposed to disasters are provided, including limiting their exposure to media coverage and ensuring adult support for addressing their questions and concerns.

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Focus Areas: Mental Health; Natural Disasters; Violence

Audience: Behavioral Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stages: Mitigation; Response; Recovery

Bundles: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Child; Psychology, Child; Child, Preschool; Disasters; Fear; Infant; Parents; Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic; Adaptation, Psychological

Institutions: South Dakota State University

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