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Bridging the Gap between Mental Health and the Disaster Cycle

  • 2017
  • Angela Hogg

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    This website discusses the crucial link between mental health and the disaster cycle. It emphasizes the importance of addressing mental health needs during and after disasters to ensure holistic recovery. By integrating mental health support into disaster preparedness and response efforts, communities can better cope with the emotional impact of disasters. The article highlights strategies for bridging the gap between mental health services and disaster management, such as training responders in psychological first aid. It also emphasizes the need for long-term mental health support to address post-disaster trauma effectively. Overall, the website advocates for a comprehensive approach to disaster recovery that includes mental health care.

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    Adolescent Health Initiative at University of Michigan None · University of Michigan Pediatric Mental Health Care Access Program 2024 · EMSC Innovation and Improvement Center (EIIC), Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) NPRSB-NACCD Joint Youth Leadership Report 2016 · The National Advisory Committee on Children and Disasters (NACCD), Administration for Strategic Preparedness and Response (ASPR), U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS)
    The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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