This tip sheet lists reactions to stress that are common among children and that caregivers, parents, and teachers may see during and after an infectious disease outbreak. It also suggests ways that adults can help children manage stress.

According to this document, it is designed to "outline[s] the essential issues that jurisdictions should consider when developing plans to provide pet-friendly sheltering for people before, during, or after an emergency that requires a large-scale evacuation."

The ACF is responsible for Federal programs that promote the economic and social wellbeing of families, children, individuals, and communities.

Founded in 1930, the American Academy of Pediatrics today is an organization with 64,000 pediatrician members that works to ensure health and well-being from birth through young adulthood. The organization provides clinical and policy guidance, advocates for key issues in the health of young people, supports research, runs community initiatives, and publishes materials on a range of topics.

This tip sheet offers ways for parents to help their children heal after experiencing a tornado. It helps parents identify behaviors that may indicate trauma and lists specific steps they can take to support their children.

The American Institute of Stress is a nonprofit organization established in 1978 to serve as a clearinghouse for information on all stress-related subjects. It maintains a regularly updated library of information on stress-related topics.

This web page defines different types of flu outbreaks and shares tips for preparing for and coping with the flu.

This tip sheet explains how to prepare for the care of pets during disasters and provides guidance on what to do during an actual disaster event.

This tip sheet explains how to prepare for a hurricane and lists supplies to have on hand and steps to take after a hurricane.

This checklist offers preparedness ideas and safety concerns before, during, and after a tornado.

This tip sheet contains information for a couple reuniting after a member returns home from deployment. The authors list common relationship concerns and provide suggestions for "building a shared sense of purpose and stronger family."

These SAMHSA Disaster Behavioral Health Information Series resources are in one of eight languages other than English. Disaster behavioral health professionals can use these resources to reach individuals in disaster-affected communities who read and speak Spanish, Arabic, Chinese, French, and several other languages.

This tip sheet provides guidance on communicating with the media for responders serving communities affected by disasters that involved the death of many people. The tip sheet emphasizes the importance of preparation and of identifying a set number of people who will provide information to the media. It also offers tips specifically for media interviews.

At this web page, the International Society for Traumatic Stress Studies presents a range of resources for learning about and coping with stressors associated with the COVID-19 pandemic. A section for healthcare workers, a key group of first responders in the pandemic, features webinars, tip sheets, and articles on topics including coping with pandemic-related stress, self-care, and strategies for resilience.

This web page includes information and resources related to students experiencing homelessness and disasters, with a focus on helping students cope and connecting schools to displaced students. It features a series of briefs about the McKinney-Vento Homeless Assistance Act and how it can help students and families displaced by disaster, as well as links to resources from federal agencies and nonprofit organizations.

This web page includes information and resources related to using a trauma-informed approach when serving individuals experiencing homelessness. It explores the rates of trauma in the community of people who are homeless and provides guidance for supporting this community during disaster planning and response.

Companion animals are often essential for individuals experiencing homelessness to reduce stress and enhance resilience. This resource provides best practice guidance for treating this bond as a family unit when providing individuals experiencing homelessness with services, shelter, and support during disasters.

This manual presents an adaptation of Psychological First Aid for professionals working with individuals and families experiencing homelessness. It includes information on trauma and strategies for shelter staff members to gather information, address immediate needs, and connect families with social supports. The manual includes worksheets and examples to refer to when offering services.

This toolkit presents an overview of social media platforms, information about developing social media posts, and key communication considerations by phase of disaster. It also shares lessons learned and guidance on developing a social media policy and plan.

This 70-page white paper was developed for clinicians working with children who are deaf or hard of hearing, or children of deaf parents, who have experienced trauma.

This journal article reports on a survey to assess emergency preparedness of U.S. parents and guardians of children with developmental disabilities.

Although published in 2011, this article offers information that remains relevant about disaster planning for people with serious mental illness. The article discusses the importance of including people with mental illness in disaster preparedness and response, how people with mental illnesses may be more severely affected by disasters, and complications that can arise with care and medication during disasters.

This web page from NAMI gives an overview of how mental health conditions may affect a person’s life, as well as how to begin recovery. It also provides information on a comprehensive list of mental illnesses, including bipolar disorder and schizophrenia. For each condition, it provides information on treatment, support, and discussion groups and resources.

In this post to the Public Health Matters blog, CDC presents tips for ensuring emergency preparedness from the standpoint of medication. Tips include making and maintaining a list of all medications and dosages, keeping a record of current prescriptions, and establishing and maintaining a stockpile of medications.

Funded by SAMHSA and administered by the American Psychiatric Association, this initiative aims to advance the use of a person-centered approach to care to ensure that people with serious mental illness (SMI) find the treatment and support they need. For clinicians, SMI Adviser offers access to education, data, and consultations to make evidence-based treatment decisions.