Understanding the Impacts of Natural Disasters on Children

• 2020

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• Betty Lai; Annette La Greca

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This research brief is about how natural disasters affect children, focusing on the emotional, physical, and mental impacts these events. Children may feel scared or anxious and might struggle with changes in their daily lives. It also explains that support from family, schools, and communities is important to help children cope. It highlights the need for planning and resources to protect kids during such events. Overall, it emphasizes understanding children's needs during disasters to ensure their safety and well-being.

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Focus Areas: Mental Health; Natural Disasters; Severe Weather

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

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

Keywords: Child Health; Mental Health; Natural Disasters; Safety; Schools; Social Support; Resilience, Psychological

Institutions: Boston College; University of Miami

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