This tip sheet describes the warning signs of misuse of alcohol, prescription drugs, and other substances for disaster response workers. The tip sheet provides a review of the physical and emotional; social and behavioral; cognitive and mental indicators of possible substance abuse, and when to seek help. Download the tip sheet.
This installment focuses on the behavioral health effects of responding to a disaster. It provides... Read More
SAMHSA’s mobile application (app) helps behavioral health responders provide quality support to survivors. With the... Read More
The goal of the Self-Care for Disaster Behavioral Health Responders Podcast is to provide information,... Read More
It’s crucial to help medical professionals, first responders, family members, and victims both administer or... Read More
The manual can develop COOP’s to guide training for staff and volunteers in their roles... Read More
The sheet provides tips to help disaster response workers prevent and manage stress. Includes strategies... Read More