
Emergency Preparedness - Psychological First Aid 2014 Access Resources ModuleEN Ask aRCie About This Resource About The video emphasizes the importance of providing psychological first aid to children and care providers who have experienced emergencies or disasters. It stresses the need to address emotional reactions promptly to aid in faster recovery. Suggestions include creating comfort kits with familiar items, identifying local mental health resources, using age-appropriate explanations for children, limiting exposure to media coverage, and maintaining normal routines. For providers, it highlights the importance of self-care, supporting each other, and being aware of potential emotional issues. The video encourages ongoing encouragement, positive reinforcement, and allowing children to talk about their experiences. Tags Focus Areas: Mental Health; Trauma Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Families & Children Emergency Management Stages: Response; Recovery Keywords: Crisis Intervention; Disaster Planning; Disasters; Mental Health Services; Psychological First Aid Institutions: Child Care Resource Center More like this Resources on Trauma-Informed Care for Schools Before, During, and After Possible Emergency Events 2019 · Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools Technical Assistance Center (REMSTA), U.S. Department of Education Helping Children and Teens Manage Trauma and Grief Following an MVI 2024 · National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center (NMVVRC), University of Southern California Disaster Mental Health Response for Children (3rd ed.) 2018 · Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital, Illinois EMS for Children (EMSC) The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Access Resources ModuleEN Ask aRCie About This Resource

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The video emphasizes the importance of providing psychological first aid to children and care providers who have experienced emergencies or disasters. It stresses the need to address emotional reactions promptly to aid in faster recovery. Suggestions include creating comfort kits with familiar items, identifying local mental health resources, using age-appropriate explanations for children, limiting exposure to media coverage, and maintaining normal routines. For providers, it highlights the importance of self-care, supporting each other, and being aware of potential emotional issues. The video encourages ongoing encouragement, positive reinforcement, and allowing children to talk about their experiences.

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Resources on Trauma-Informed Care for Schools Before, During, and After Possible Emergency Events 2019 · Readiness and Emergency Management for Schools Technical Assistance Center (REMSTA), U.S. Department of Education Helping Children and Teens Manage Trauma and Grief Following an MVI 2024 · National Mass Violence Victimization Resource Center (NMVVRC), University of Southern California Disaster Mental Health Response for Children (3rd ed.) 2018 · Ann and Robert H. Lurie Children’s Hospital, Illinois EMS for Children (EMSC)

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