More resources about disasters and response

Bee Strong

Bee Strong

September 1, 2026

When Bentley and the other bees' hive is destroyed in a huge storm, they have to rebuild. It's hard, and frustrating, and it won't be exactly like their old one. But together they can find a new, bright future.  
Uniformed personnel unload cases of bottled water from a cargo plane.

Integrating psychological science in disaster preparedness

April 23, 2026

Report from the APA Task Force on disaster preparedness, response, and recovery

Integrating Psychological Science Into Major Disaster Preparedness, Response, and Recovery

March 10, 2026

Major disasters pose profound psychological and physical risks to communities nationally and disproportionately result in inequities for vulnerable populations
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Worsening weather is driving smarter behavioral interventions

January 1, 2026

Psychologists help people understand the risk of extreme weather and take action
Cover of Trauma Related to the October 7th Attack

Trauma Related to the October 7th Attack

October 1, 2025

APA journal Psychological Trauma special issue on trauma related to the Israel-Hamas War October 7th attack.
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APA Resolution on Psychological Needs of Children Exposed to Disasters (2025)

August 8, 2025

The development and implementation of a national strategy to prevent and treat the psychological sequelae of exposure of children and their families to disasters
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Musicians tackle mental health through music

April 25, 2025

Tackling mental health challenges through music

An Overview of Psychological First Aid: A Mental Health Response in the Aftermath of Disasters/Mass Violence

March 21, 2025

Learn more about this recommended first line of emotional support for those impacted by disasters/mass violence
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Uniting in the face of disaster

January 27, 2025

APA Presidential Task Force leverages psychology to support relief efforts
Hirokazu Yoshikawa, PhD

Hirokazu Yoshikawa studies interventions for Middle East children

October 1, 2024

Programs could transform early childhood education for youth in crisis all over the world