Pediatric Behavioral Health in Disasters

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The Pediatric Behavioral Health in Disasters course by the Pediatric Pandemic Network equips healthcare professionals with strategies to support children's mental health across disaster phases: Preparedness, Response, Recovery, and Mitigation. It covers trauma-informed care, Psychological First Aid, and interventions like CBT. The curriculum emphasizes equitable care for vulnerable populations and offers continuing education credits for physicians, nurses, psychologists, and social workers. Participants gain actionable skills to enhance pediatric behavioral health readiness during crises. ​

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Focus Area: Mental Health

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; EMS Clinicians; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Behavioral Symptoms; Child, Preschool; Crisis Intervention; Disaster Planning; Health Personnel; Mental Health Services; Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic; Caregivers; Health Equity; Psychological First Aid

Institutions: Pediatric Pandemic Network (PPN)

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