Participation of Children and Adolescents in Live Crisis Drills and Exercises

• 2020

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• David Schonfeld; Marlene Melzer-Lange; Andrew Hashikawa; Peter Gorski
PMID: 32839245DOI: https://doi.org/10.1542/peds.2020-015503

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Involving children and adolescents in crisis drills can enhance their preparedness, but caution is needed due to potential psychological risks. High-intensity active shooter drills, which may use realistic elements, pose particular concerns. This policy statement recommends excluding children from high-intensity drills, avoiding deception, and making accommodations based on children's vulnerabilities.

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Hazards: Trauma; Violence

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Emergency Managers; Physicians; Public Health Professionals

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Civil Defense; Pediatrics; Schools; Societies, Medical; United States; Survivors; Psychological Distress; Emergency Shelter; Simulation Training; Gun Violence

Institutions: American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)

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