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This online article includes information on how a parent’s posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) symptoms can affect his or her children. It describes some of the common child responses to those symptoms and offers guidance regarding what a parent should do when faced with this situation.
View ResourceThis web page provides an overview of the prevalence of posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) in children and the risk factors that may make it more likely for children to develop PTSD. It also describes the signs of PTSD in children and adolescents and different techniques to treat PTSD.
View ResourceThis 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.
View ResourceThis article describes the reactions children may have after experiencing a catastrophic event, such as a natural disaster. It also describes what may put a child at risk of developing posttraumatic stress disorder, and the symptoms they may experience.
View ResourceThis site, developed by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services’ Office on Women’s Health, was created to help girls ages 10–16 learn about health, growing up, and issues they may face. This page focuses on explaining posttraumatic stress disorder, exploring symptoms, and providing tips for coping with natural disasters, school violence, and other events.
View ResourceThis web page provides information about traumatic events and child traumatic stress. It explores possible traumatic experiences, including disaster events; childhood traumatic stress; and risk and protective factors.
View ResourceASIST is a 2-day training program that teaches participants how to assist those at risk for suicide. Although many healthcare professionals use ASIST, anyone 16 years or older can use the approach, regardless of professional background. ASIST workshops cost money to attend, with cost varying by training site.
View ResourceThis half-day, in-person training teaches individuals ages 15 years and older steps to identify people with suicidal thoughts and connect them to resources for help and support. Users can register for and attend safeTALK training workshops, based on location, or request training for their organization. Many safeTALK training workshops cost money to complete.
View ResourceThis web page explores the impacts that traumatic events and subsequent traumatic stress can cause to an individual and provides strategies for those working with these individuals to ensure resilience and self-care. It explores tips for avoiding retraumatization for individuals receiving services and discusses the importance of professional wellness, noting possibilities for burnout, compassion fatigue, and vicarious traumatization.
View ResourceAt this website, the Suicide Awareness Voices of Education (SAVE) provides visitors with valuable resources and information relevant to suicide and suicide prevention. The website offers current suicide statistics, resources for suicide loss survivors, and opportunities to participate in local suicide advocacy events. Users can also find training opportunities and access suicide loss support groups.
View ResourceThis web page highlights research regarding African Americans’ mental and behavioral health. It explores the general population’s mental health status, access to health care, and rates of death by suicide to inform discussion around African American mental health.
View ResourceThis web page highlights research regarding American Indians and Alaska Natives’ (AI/AN) mental and behavioral health. It explores the general population’s mental health status, access to health care, and death rates to inform discussion around the mental health of the AI/AN population.
View ResourceThis web page from the Office of Minority Health highlights research regarding Asian Americans’ mental and behavioral health. It explores the general population’s mental health status, access to health care, and death rates to inform discussion around Asian American mental health.
View ResourceThis web page highlights research regarding Hispanic mental and behavioral health. It explores the general population’s mental health status, access to health care, and death rates to inform discussion around Hispanic mental health.
View ResourceThis web page highlights research regarding Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islanders’ mental and behavioral health. It explores the general population’s mental health status, access to health care, and death rates to inform discussion around mental health.
View ResourceThis web page highlights research regarding the health of different populations, including Black/African American, American Indian and Alaska Native, Asian American, Hispanic, and Native Hawaiian and Pacific Islander populations. It explores the general populations’ mental health statuses, access to health care, and death rates to inform discussion around mental health.
View ResourceThis program aims to empower Hawaiian youth by providing mental healthcare information and referral services for teens in Hawaii. It provides opportunities, including events, videos, and resources, for teens to learn more about their social and emotional well-being and become involved in campaigns regarding substance misuse, suicide and depression, COVID-19, and more.
View ResourceThis web page details the factors associated with risk of suicide. The web page lists the risk and protective factors based on health, environment, and life experiences, as well as access to mental health care. It further describes the warning signs people may notice in someone else experiencing thoughts of suicide and links to information about finding help and talking with someone if you are concerned.
View ResourceWritten for mental health and substance use disorder treatment professionals, this online article identifies stressors that affect disaster response workers, including physical hazards and risk of loss of coworkers and friends, and highlights mental health risks of work in rescue and response. The article also highlights protective factors and approaches to stress management that have gained traction and been proven effective among responders.
View ResourceThis website provides information about trauma and posttraumatic stress disorder (PTSD) for a variety of audiences. It includes information about trauma and PTSD associated with disasters, including incidents of mass violence.
View ResourceThis web page delves into moral injury and the impact of traumatic events on individuals’ moral beliefs, offering insights on how such events can lead to distress, guilt, shame, and spiritual questioning. It details the overlap between moral injury and posttraumatic stress disorder and explores assessment and treatment approaches.
View ResourceCompiled by the National Volunteer Fire Council, this web page provides first responders with resources specific to behavioral health. It provides resources on several topics, including stress management and addressing substance use. While the resources are primarily tailored for firefighters, they can be used for various emergency response departments to assist in addressing response-related situations and issues.
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