The shooting that occurred at a Nashville school on March 27, killing six people, including three children, is causing a new wave of grief and loss to spread across our country.
Whether you are directly or indirectly impacted by this tragedy, the following resources provide mental health support, guidance for discussing tragedies with children, and information on crisis preparedness.
Mental Health Resources
- Coping with Traumatic Events
- Traumatic Incidents: The Aftermath
- Coping in the Aftermath of a Shooting | American Counseling Association (ACA)
- Managing Your Distress in the Aftermath of a Shooting | American Psychological Association (APA)
- Coping with Stress Following a Mass Shooting | Center for the Study of Traumatic Stress (CSTS)
Resources for Parents
- Helping Children Cope with Traumatic Events and Emergencies
- How to Talk with Kids About Tragedies & Other Traumatic News Events | American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)
- Helping Your Children Manage Distress in the Aftermath of a Shooting | APA
- How to Talk to Children About Difficult News | APA
- Restoring a Sense of Safety in the Aftermath of a Mass Shooting: Tips for Parents and Professionals | CSTS
Active Shooter Preparedness
- Be Prepared for an Active Shooter | FEMA.Gov
- Active Shooter Preparedness | CISA.Gov
- Attacks in Crowded and Public Spaces | Ready.Gov
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