Trauma and Your Children: For Parents or Guardians After Disaster or Traumatic Events

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The document describes how children can be affected by trauma after disasters or scary events. It explains that kids may feel scared, confused, or angry and might act differently than usual. It gives tips for parents and guardians on how to help their children feel safe, listen to their feelings, keep routines when possible, and get extra help if needed. The goal is to support children as they heal from difficult experiences.

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Focus Areas: Mental Health; Natural Disasters; Trauma; Violence

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Recovery

Keywords: Child; Disasters; Family Relations; Parents; Stress Disorders, Post-Traumatic; Psychological Trauma

Institutions: Children's Disaster Services

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