Disasters and children's mental healthDisasters and children's mental health
All In The Mind
Traumatic events such as mass shootings and natural disasters can cause high proportion of children to suffer mental health problems. We hear how to equip adults to minimise the impact of trauma on children.
29:07•12 May 2019
Helping Kids Heal: Strategies for Managing Trauma After Disasters
“One of the overarching messages of the toolkit is that every adult in a community has a role and a part to play in supporting children's wellbeing in the event of a natural disaster or community trauma event.”
When disaster strikes, it doesn't just leave physical damage; it leaves emotional scars, especially on children. In this episode of 'All In The Mind', host Lynne Malcolm sits down with clinical psychologist Nicola Palfrey to discuss how traumatic events like natural disasters and mass shootings can impact children's mental health. Palfrey, who has extensive experience working with families affected by such events, shares practical tools and strategies to support young minds through recovery.
She emphasizes the importance of community involvement and the role every adult can play in fostering resilience in children. From turning off the news to taking mental breaks, Palfrey's toolkit is packed with actionable advice to help kids bounce back. If you're a parent, teacher, or just someone who cares about children's wellbeing, this episode offers a wealth of information to help you make a difference.
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