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PTSD: National Center for PTSD

Disaster and Terrorism

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“[On] 9/11, I was living in Secaucus, New Jersey, and I saw the towers go down.”

Elizabeth Hardy

U.S. Army, 1983-2004

Disaster and Terrorism

Sudden mass casualty events or disaster can lead to injury, death, loss, and distress. Learn more about the effects of disasters and terrorist attacks, and find resources that can help.

Resources for Survivors and the Public Following Sudden Trauma
Information to help survivors and loved ones deal with mass casualty events and disasters.
Help for Survivors in the Aftermath of Disaster and Mass Violence
Learn about the types of care recommended after disasters to help survivors and communities recover.
Risk and Resilience Factors
Find out about the factors that help or hinder recovery after disasters and terrorism.
Media Coverage of Traumatic Events
Learn how media (news, social media, movies, etc.) can affect your stress level or harm children, and read about how to reduce negative effects.
Terrorist Attacks and Children
Find out how children respond to events of terrorism, and get tips for what caregivers can do to help.