Studies have found that parents own levels of functioning and their relationships with each other can be a buffer against the negative impact that disasters have on children. Thus, it is important that parenting partners pay attention to each other's needs and their own individual needs as well as those of their children.
Helping families during times of stress - from the Children Youth and Families Education Resource Network's Parent/Family Editorial board workshop - various resources
Emotional recovery after a disaster
Media violence: TV, news, and media
Helping children cope with crisis: A workbook for African American families
Caring for yourself as a parent or caregiver in times of disaster (includes Span.version)
Parenting and terrorism:
Parenting in the wake of terrorism
Helping families and children cope with terrorism and disasters: various links
Resources for talking to your children about terrorism - links to sites for children of all ages
Resources for parents, teachers, and family support professionals in times of war
Supporting children during war and armed conflict (includes Span.version)
Loss and grieving:
After people experience loss, the grieving process begins. People grieve in different ways. Understanding differences in grieving can be helpful as your family adjusts to the changes disaster brings.
Helping children through grief