Understanding Child Trauma

Parents and caregivers may not always understand and be able to identify behaviors in children and youth that are associated with adverse reactions to a disaster. This poster provides information on possible adverse reactions in children as well as where to get help. 

Ayuda a los estudiantes universitarios a enfrentar los efectos sobre la salud mental de las secuelas de un evento traumático. Explica las reacciones normales, hace hincapié en la importancia de hablar sobre los sentimientos y ofrece consejos para salir adelante. Incluye una lista de recursos donde se puede obtener más información.

This fact sheet uses text-message shorthand to provide college students with tips for coping after a disaster or traumatic event. It describes ways students can cope with anxiety, fear, and sadness.

This fact sheet helps parents and teachers recognize common reactions of children after experiencing a disaster or traumatic event. It highlights reactions by age group, offers tips for how to respond in a helpful way, and recommends when to seek support.

This infographic is a Spanish language version of information for the general public on the prevalence and impact of traumatic events on children, and what actions can be taken to support children who experience traumatic events.

This fact sheet helps college students cope with disasters and other traumatic events. It describes normal reactions to trauma, and emphasizes the importance of talking about feelings.