The following resources on child trauma were developed by the NCTSN. To find a specific topic or resource, enter keywords in the search box, or filter by resource type, trauma type, language, or audience.
Is a handout from Psychological First Aid for Schools (PFA-S) Field Operations Guide. This handout offers information on immediate reactions that may occur, common negative reactions that may continue, reactions to the death of a loved one, ways to cope, and strategies that don't work.
Examines the evolution of post-disaster interventions since 9/11.
Describes how best to prepare our children for emergencies. This webinar discusses how to prepare for events from a community preparedness and resilience standpoint, as well as emergency preparedness within school settings.
Describes poignant moments in the response to the September 11 terrorist attacks. This webinar discusses the impact on first responders' work, the role of the NCTSN, and what has occurred in the last decade for the disaster mental health field.
Offers information to children about how they may be feeling after a tornado and ways to cope with those feelings.
Offers information to teens about how they may be feeling after a tornado and ways to cope with those feelings.
Offers parents guidance on helping their children after a tornado. This fact sheet describes common reactions children may have, how parents can help them, and self-care tips after a disaster.
Provides parents and providers with information about the psychological impact of tsunamis.
Provides parents and providers with information about the psychological impact of tsunamis. This fact sheet describes common reactions to disasters, posttraumatic stress reactions, grief reactions, trauma and loss reminders, traumatic grief, and coping after a disaster.
Offers teachers guidance on helping students after a tornado. This fact sheet describes common reactions students may have, how teachers and school staff can help, as well as engage in self-care after a tornado.
Provides questions for parents to ask their children following a tornado. This tip sheet offers common reactions to traumatic events and when to get help if needed.
Provides information on how parents can help their young children cope with the aftermath of a hurricane. This fact sheet includes information on how children react, behaviors parents may see, and ways to help.