Helping Teens Cope After a Natural Disaster

Information for parents and professionals working with teens
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Purpose

Parents, educators, and others who work with older children, teens, or young adults can share the resources on this website to help youth better cope after a natural disaster.

Coping with Stress

Parent and teen smiling and embracing
Check out these resources to help teens cope after a natural disaster.
Helping Children Cope with a Disaster
Learn what steps you can take to help your children cope with traumatic events
About Children's Mental Health
Childhood and adolescence are critical stages of life for mental health.
National Child Traumatic Stress Network- Disasters
Children and Disasters
Helping Students Cope With Disaster Media Coverage – A Guide for Teachers and Staff
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Grieving & Bereavement

The National Center for School Crisis and Bereavement
Coalition to Support Grieving Students

Mental Health & Risk Behaviors

SAMHSA: Mental Illness and Substance Use in Young Adults
Adolescent and School Health
CDC provides vital support for students in schools nationwide.
988 Lifeline- Youth

Bullying & Violence Prevention

Youth Violence Prevention
Stopbullying.gov
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National Center for Environmental Health
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Published: May 15, 2024
Updated: June 24, 2026

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Reviewed: August 25, 2026

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