Mental Health Resources

Terrorism instills fear and a sense of helplessness in a community. It creates uncertainty and stress because attacks are random, senseless and targeted at citizens and communities. Coping with the stress and fear of terrorism and disasters can be challenging. The following resources provide assistance for coping for adults, families and children.

Center for Disease Control - Traumatic Stress
http://www.cdc.gov/niosh/unp-trinstrs.html

Helping Children Through Painful Times
http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/service/csb/grief/helpingchildren.htm

International Council of Nurses - Steps for Coping with Terrorism
http://www.icn.ch/terrorism.htm

Office for Victims of Crime (OVC) Handbook for Coping After Terrorism
http://www.ojp.usdoj.gov/ovc/publications/infores/cat_hndbk/welcome.html

Strategies to Help Survive Painful Times
http://www.co.fairfax.va.us/service/csb/grief/strategies.htm