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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.

  • 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.

  • Strategies to cope with family stress

    Published on May 26, 2020
    Coping strategies to guide you and your family when dealing with everyday stress and crisis situations.

  • 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.

  • What is Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder?

    Published on July 9, 2018
    Explore the basics of Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder and find out ways to support those who may have it.

  • 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 2, 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.

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