Addressing the Needs of Preschool Children in the Context of Disasters and Terrorism: Assessment, Prevention, and Intervention

• 2017

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• Leo Wolmer; Daniel Hamiel; Lee Pardo-Aviv; Nathaniel Laor
PMID: 28536808DOI: 10.1007/s11920-017-0792-8

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This paper reviews the research literature on the needs of preschoolers in disasters and terrorism. It aims to understand existing methods for assessment, prevention, and intervention. Differentiating between screening and assessment tools, the article discusses interventions for preschoolers before, during, and after incidents. It highlights the lack of dissemination and research on prevention programs and mass interventions for this age group. The paper suggests developing and evaluating community prevention and intervention programs for preschoolers, adapting interventions for individual and group delivery. It also stresses the need for cultural adaptations in assessment measures and interventions due to the rising number of child refugees.

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Focus Areas: Everyday Emergency; Violence

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Public Health Professionals; Schools & Childcare Providers

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

Collection: Disaster Research Literature Review

Keywords: Child, Preschool; Disasters; Health Services Needs and Demand; Personality Assessment; Refugees; Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic; Terrorism; Needs Assessment

Institutions: Reichman University; Clalit Health Services; Tel Aviv University; Yale University

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