"...and can become a social and psychological danger. The fear generated by terrorism can be exacerbated by a population’s diversity if there is..."
"...feel the fear and uncertainty of a time of war, especially because terrorism has brought fear so close to home... Events are uncertain..."
"A time of war can be scary for young children, especially because terrorism has brought fear so close to home. Events are uncertain for children...."
"...or you may have a relative in the military. And, with the threat of terrorism, the war can get close to home pretty quickly. You keep hearing..."
"...war can be scary for children, even older children, especially because terrorism has brought fear so close to home... Events are uncertain..."
"...of war can be very scary for very young children, especially because terrorism has brought fear so close to home... Events are uncertain..."
63% of Americans say the fear of the threat of terrorism would be reduced by increased knowledge about the mental health effects of terrorism. (National Mental Health Association and NASMDPD Survey)
Most children and teens who experience a disaster or terrorism will recover fully if given proper counseling (NIMH).
Teachers and school administrators can play a valuable role in helping children and teens cope with a disaster or terrorism (NIMH).
Three-fourths of Americans believe public officials could do a better job of explaining the mental health impact of terrorism on the nation. (National Mental Health Association and NASMDPD Survey)
Two-thirds of Americans believe mental health professionals should play a very important role in helping Americans deal with the psychological or mental health impact of the threat of terrorism. (National Mental Health Association and NASMDPD Survey)
