The Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMHSA) compiled an amalgam of resources for disaster preparedness and recovery in the Disaster Behavioral Health Preparedness and Response Resource Guide. This resource guide provides available publications and information to learn about the behavioral health impact of disasters and how individuals and communities can build resilience throughout the phases of disaster recovery. Additionally, the guide promotes a SAMHSA technical assistance and training program to help behavioral health professionals plan for and respond to the mental health and substance abuse needs following a disaster.
Population: Everyone
Links to resources:
- Read the full guide, Disaster Behavioral Health Preparedness and Response Resource Guide from SAMHSA.
- Read the tip sheet, Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event: A Guide for Parents, Caregivers, and Teachers from SAMHSA
- Read the brochure, Disaster Distress Helpline Brochure (English Version) from SAMHSA
- Read the brochure, Disaster Distress Helpline Brochure (Spanish Version) from SAMHSA
- Access the helpline wallet card, Having Trouble Coping After a Disaster? Talk With Us (English Version) from SAMHSA
- Access the helpline wallet card, Having Trouble Coping After a Disaster? Talk With Us (Spanish Version) from SAMHSA
- Access the toolkit, Disaster Kit from SAMHSA
Date: 2021