Traumatic events can trigger intense physical, emotional, and psychological reactions. Shock and disbelief are common immediately after, and it can be difficult to process what happened. Download our Disaster Resource Guide for national and local assistance. Download Guide

Use these guides to help manage stress reactions and support healing:

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A Guide for Coping with Traumatic Events

Within this guide, you’ll find the following information:
  • Traumatic events: Emotional and physical reactions.
  • Understanding post-traumatic stress disorder (PTSD).
  • 10 strategies to initiate the healing journey.
  • Supporting others through trauma.
  • Treatment options for psychological and emotional trauma.
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A Guide for Coping with Mass Violence

Within this guide, you’ll find the following information:

  • Types of emotional and physical reactions following mass violence.
  • Learning to cope in the aftermath of mass violence.
  • Managing ongoing distress after mass violence.
  • Supporting children in the aftermath of mass violence.