1. Talk About It. Talk with parents and siblings and other relatives who may be close-by. Understand that parents may be afraid as well. In fact, it may be harder for parents to talk about it than it is for a teen.
2. Cut Yourself Some Slack. Losing a home and possessions, relocating, being disconnected from friends and […]

The effects of the recent hurricanes will be long-lasting and the resulting trauma can reverberate even with those not directly affected by the disaster.
It is common for people who have experienced traumatic situations to have very strong emotional reactions. Understanding normal responses to these abnormal events can aid you in coping effectively with your feelings, […]

Teens are still very young and can feel fear and uncertainty in times of major natural disasters, especially these hurricanes, which have brought fear so close to home for thousands of people.
Events like these hurricanes, which have displaced thousands of people, can be uncertain for teens. Their friends’ parents, their own parents, and their friends […]