How educators can help in the classroom following a traumatic event

Emerging Minds and the University of Queensland, Australia, 2019

Related to Natural disasters, Preparing for natural disasters, Trauma, Loss and grief, Trauma, bereavement, loss and grief

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Educators are uniquely placed to support children in their recovery post-disaster by providing them with a return to stable, predictable routines and opportunities to express emotions and feel understood.

This fact sheet outlines how educators can help children in the classroom following a traumatic event, as well as ways to identify when further assistance is required.