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Coping In Disasters
Coping In Disasters
Connect to support during challenging times
It’s natural for people of all ages to feel overwhelmed during the novel Coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic. Anxiety and stress during COVID-19 can have an impact on your mental health and overall well-being.
Use these trusted resources to support your mental health and help your loved ones cope during COVID-19. Find resources in your local community.
Resources for all audiences
- Taking care of your behavioral health
- Coping with stress during infectious disease outbreaks
- Managing stress associated with the COVID-19
- Mental health and coping with COVID-19
- Psychological First Aid Manual
Resources for parents
- Talking with children – Tips for caregivers, parents and teachers
- Parent/caregiver guide to helping families cope
- How to talk to your kids about COVID-19
- Supporting teenagers and young adults
- Supporting kids
Resources for children and teens
- Something Strange Happened in my City – book reading
- Resources to talk with your kids about COVID-19
- Activity calendars
Resources for older adults and caregivers
Resources for coping with disaster or traumatic events
It’s natural to experience strong emotions during and after a disaster or traumatic event. Everyone reacts differently, and taking care of your emotional health is as important as your physical needs.
Use these trusted resources to help as you seek help for yourself and your loved ones during recovery. Find resources in your local community.
Resources for all audiences
- Disaster distress helpline
- Coping with a disaster or traumatic event
- Connecting with others: Seeking/giving social support
- Tips for adults after disasters
- Psychological First Aid Manual
Resources for parents
- Parent tips for helping adolescents
- Parent tips for helping school-age children
- Parent tips for helping preschool children
- Parent tips for helping infants and toddlers
Resources for children and teens
