Mental health support at times of an emergency or natural disaster

Resources for schools about mental health support for students and staff impacted by an emergency.

Details

Title Mental health support at times of an emergency or natural disaster
Owner Department of Education and Training
Resource type Handbook

What is this about?

This handbook provides resources for schools about mental health support for students and staff impacted by an emergency, such as novel coronavirus, or natural disasters.

Who is this resource for?

  • Community Service Organisation
  • Non Government Organisation
  • Community Recovery Committees

Table of contents

  • Impact of an emergency or natural disaster on mental health
  • Mental health support
  • Managing trauma response and recovery planning
  • Psychological first aid
  • Mental health support services
  • External mental health resources

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