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Developed during the Israel-Hamas conflict that began in 2023, this toolkit provides resources to help various audiences cope with the impacts of experiencing or learning information about international conflicts, mass violence and terrorism, crises, trauma, hate crimes, and other violence motivated by prejudice, particularly in light of events in 2023 and 2024 giving rise to Islamophobia, antisemitism, and other forms of discrimination.
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This web page discusses the risk factors for distress after a mass violence event. The page also discusses what to do in lockdown situations, signs of distress, how to get help when needed, and additional resources.
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This recorded training features subject matter experts who explore the impacts of mass violence or domestic terrorism incidents on law enforcement officers. The training highlights the effect of vicarious trauma on first responders and provides strategies for organizations to support their personnel and mitigate the effects.
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This document outlines best practices that can be used by working groups to develop a community response plan. It is intended for AANHPI community groups, educators, civic leaders, and law enforcement organizations.
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This webinar includes a roundtable on the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic on the mental health of Asians and Pacific Islanders (API). These impacts in part relate to racist attacks associated with the pandemic on API. The roundtable is intended for audiences including mental health and medical professionals who work with API.
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This tip sheet explores evidence-based and best practice interventions that can address the needs of individuals affected by mass violence events. It highlights some interventions that are included in training and consultations provided by the South Southwest Mental Health Technology Transfer Center to support community preparedness and response.
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This article reviews research on the relationship between mass trauma, such as incidents of mass violence and terrorism, and suicide. The article covers research on the mental health effects of mass shootings, risk factors for suicidality and self-harm, and suicide clusters, as well as pointing out the need for more evidence on how to support survivors at highest risk of adverse mental health effects and suicidal behavior.
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This toolkit provides information, guidance, checklists, and other resources to help communities incorporate assistance for victims into their mass violence and terrorism preparedness and response efforts. The toolkit may be useful to behavioral healthcare professionals, victim service providers, emergency managers, and others involved in planning and responding to mass violence and terrorism.
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