Interim Guidance on Supporting the Emotional and Behavioral Health Needs of Children, Adolescents, and Families During the COVID-19 Pandemic
The webpage provides interim guidance for supporting the emotional and behavioral health needs of children, adolescents, and families during the COVID-19 pandemic. It emphasizes the …
How to talk to your patients about firearm safety
The article discusses the importance of addressing firearm safety in mental health professions. It highlights the risks associated with access to firearms for individuals experiencing …
Firearm Violence Prevention
The CDC's firearms violence prevention page outlines strategies to reduce firearm-related injuries and deaths. It emphasizes evidence-based approaches such as promoting safe storage practices, implementing …
AAP Statement on Preventing Gun Violence in the Lives of Children and Teens
This is a statement from the American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) on preventing gun violence in the lives of children and teens. It emphasizes the …
Guns in the Home: How to Keep Kids Safe
2023
· Healthy Children
The page discusses the risks associated with having handguns in the home and provides guidance for parents on firearm safety. It highlights the increased risk …
Lethal Means Safety for Suicide Prevention
The article discusses the importance of lethal means safety in suicide prevention. It emphasizes securing firearms, medications, and other potentially lethal items to reduce access …
How to Talk With Kids About Tragedies & Other Traumatic News Events
2024
· Healthy Children
The page provides guidance on talking to children about tragedies and news events. It emphasizes honesty, using age-appropriate language, and addressing their emotions. It suggests …
Trauma Resources for Families
The American Academy of Pediatrics has prepared two infographics to help families and caregivers learn how to address challenges of parenting when they or their …
Childhood Exposure to Violence
2021
· Healthy Children
The page discusses the impact of crime and violence on children's well-being. It highlights how exposure to such incidents can lead to fear, anxiety, and …
Recommendations from the National Advisory
Committee on Individuals with Disabilities and
Disasters
This report outlines recommendations from the National Advisory Committee on Individuals with Disabilities and Disasters (NACIDD). It emphasizes the need for inclusive emergency planning, response, …