Resources
Do you have questions about mental health? Are there topics you want to learn more about? Do you want to be inspired by stories from real people? Check out our resources that cover a range of topics from Anxiety to Substance Use. You can also hear directly from our CEO through Kiara’s Note or others just like you from our Voices of Hope blog.
Take Care of Yourself During Times of Crisis & Trauma
During times of crisis and tragedy, it is important to remember to take care of yourself and those close to you. The most immediate concern for most people right now is safety. The following guidelines may be helpful. Try to keep routine as m…
How to Help Children Cope With Trauma
Although children have many of the same reactions as adults due to trauma, they have different ways of expressing their reactions and need some special help to cope. The following are some suggestions for dealing with a child in crisis.  …
Private: Children’s Reactions to Disaster & Trauma
Children’s responses to trauma vary according to their age of the child. Generally, children respond by reverting to behavior typical of an earlier developmental stage. These responses are considered NORMAL if they are of brief (less than three w…
Private: Helping Children and Youth Through Difficult Times
Talk honestly about the incident and share some of your own feelings about it. Children and teens need to feel informed when they see their parents and other adults reacting to a crisis. Encourage children and teens to talk about their concer…
