Psychological First Aid and Trauma Response Resources

[Hannah Fields]

Hi All,

Not only have recent natural disasters and medical traumas affected people physically, they have also affected their mental wellbeing. 

Below are two resources to help assist in the application of psychological first aid and trauma response. 

This manual from the World Health Organization involves support and practical assistance for people in crisis that respects their culture, dignity, and abilities. This manual helps orient helpers to offer Psychological First Aid. Find it here: https://bit.ly/3lUA3Wf

This Framework for Trauma Response Programming from the Mennonite Central Committee was presented  at the 2020 CCIH Virtual Conference. There are links to many resources included in this framework, including links to disaster response and how to incorporate Development, Peace and Health. Find it here: https://bit.ly/3kqbEay

We also encourage you to share any additional mental health resources, especially in regards to disaster response. 

Thank you!

Hannah