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Natural disasters such as floods can be a traumatic time for children, as well as adults. The following information can help families deal with the emotional impacts of flooding on children and their own mental health.
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Strategies to cope with family stress
Published on July 25, 2024
Eight practical tips to guide you and your family when dealing with everyday stress and crisis situations. -
Protecting your septic system after a flood
Published on August 28, 2023
With one in five U.S. households depending on septic systems to treat their wastewater, knowing how to protect your system after a major flood could save your system from expensive repairs. -
Nine key financial strategies for recovery after a disaster
Published on June 14, 2023
Tools and resources to help homeowners and renters make financial decisions. -
Be prepared: Create a family emergency plan
Published on June 26, 2020
Disasters can occur any time or place. Be ready with a family emergency plan—preparation is vital to safety and well-being. -
MSU Extension Farm Stress Program partners to connect farmers with mental health services
Published on April 14, 2020
Farmers can now access counseling with licensed therapists via teletherapy. -
Ways to deal with major crisis stress
Published on November 13, 2017
Crisis happens less frequently but can cause a lot of stress. -
Suggestions for talking with children about tragedies and violence
Published on October 6, 2017
Discover age-specific suggestions that can help guide conversations with children during and after tragedies. -
Tips to help children emotionally survive a natural disaster
Published on September 8, 2017
Strategies to help children emotionally cope with the devastation of natural disasters. -
Helping children build resiliency amidst trauma and pain
Published on November 1, 2015
Eight steps that build resilience in the face of trauma, pain and stress. -
Youth can play an important role in disaster preparedness and recovery
Published on October 16, 2014
Involving youth in disaster planning and recovery can increase their awareness of hazardous situations that may occur in their neighborhood and teach them how to respond in various types of emergencies. -
Helping children and teens learn to deal with stress
Published on June 2, 2014
Children and teens deal with just as much stress as adults. Adults can help by teaching youth skills to deal with stress in healthy, positive ways. -
When the sirens sound: Talking with children about severe weather
Published on June 7, 2013
Recently severe storms have rumbled across Michigan. These unpredictable storms, loud thunder and flashes of lightening can be scary to children! Take time when the skies are clear to talk with your children about severe weather. -
Look for the helpers: Talking with young children about tragedy
Published on May 11, 2013
When disaster strikes, young children will have questions about what is happening and why. Take time to plan ahead and be prepared before you begin those tough discussions.