Coping with Disaster

Recursos Para Cómo Enfrentar un Desastre

Although everyone reacts differently to stressful situations, Mental Health America has developed the Coping With Disaster fact sheet series to help you and your loved ones cope during crisis and loss.

In these uncertain times, many of us may feel additional stress and tension. As we face the ongoing war in Iraq, a continued threat of terrorism, the economic downturn, and our own personal struggles and losses, we may need additional help coping from time to time.

The Disaster Distress Helpline is a national hotline operated by our New York City affiliate.  It is the nation's first permanent hotline dedicated to providing 24/7/365 disaster crisis counseling. Call 1-800-985-5990; text 'TalkWithUs' to 66746; Spanish-speakers can text 'Hablanos' to 66746. 

Coping With War and Terrorism:

• Tips for the Troops and Military Families
• Helping Children Deal With War
• Helping Children Cope With Loss Resulting From War or Terrorism
• Drawing On Your Faith To Cope with War and Terrorism
• Talking with Patients About Mental Health in Times of War 
• Living Your Life During Challenging Times
• Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder
• Tips for People Living with Mental Illness In Uncertain Times
• Promoting Tolerance in Times of War

Coping With the Stress of Natural Disasters:

• Dealing With Stress After a Natural Disaster
• Helping Children Handle Disaster-Related Anxiety
• Helping Children Cope with Loss