Utility of Child Physical Characteristics and Verbal Descriptors to Aid in Family Reunification During Disasters
- Terri Rebmann; Rachel Charney; Rachel Mazzara
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This article describes how certain physical traits and personal details can help reunite children with their families during disasters. Researchers found that gender, eye color, and race were the most reliable traits for identification. However, hair details were less consistent. Verbal children could also provide helpful information like having a pet or favorite toy to speed up reunification. The study suggests using the most accurate information to quickly match children with their caregivers in emergencies, improving safety and efficiency during such situations.
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