Disaster Behavioral Health Information Series

In addition to their immediate physical effects, extreme weather events can also have substantial psychological consequences on people. For example, people may lose a loved one, lose their home, or be forced to relocate.

 To help people plan for disasters and cope with their aftermath, this webpage offers numerous resources on disaster-specific preparedness and response. The page features an annotated bibliography with links to each resource, as well as a section with links to organizations, agencies, and other resources that address specific types of disaster.