The intense anxiety and fear that often follow a disaster can be especially troubling for surviving children, especially if children were victims of the disaster or were separated from their families. Some may regress and demonstrate younger behaviors such as thumb sucking or bed wetting. Children may be more prone to nightmares and fear of […]

Even if you were not directly affected by the hurricanes, you may experience a sense of vulnerability from witnessing the results of the disaster.
This can be especially acute if a relative or friend was affected by the disasters, particularly if you have been unable to get news on their welfare.
- Take a news break. Watching […]