Offers the most current, evidence-based information for helping specific populations affected by disasters Vulnerable populations such as children, older adults, and people with disabilities are disproportionately affected by large-scale disasters. This hands-on resource for students and professionals in social work, counseling, nursing, and mental health encompasses the best and most current evidence-based interventions for effectively responding to the needs of vulnerable populations following disasters. Using an all-hazards perspective, the book also provides a dedicated section containing population-specific personal preparedness considerations and discusses the role of preparedness in mitigating negative consequences. The resource is unique in its provision of vital information for locating requisite assessment tools, preparedness checklists, and forms. It also provides a list of mobile applications offered through national organizations. The resource addresses the specific psychosocial needs of vulnerable populations after a disaster. It delivers best practices for crisis intervention with specific populations including children, older adults, people with disabilities, people with mental health issues, and people with substance abuse issues. The authors present a theoretical foundation for understanding disasters, response systems, common guidelines for preparedness, and basic crisis theory. This is a resource that will be valuable not only to practitioners in a great variety of health disciplines, but also to volunteer professionals and paraprofessionals involved in disaster preparedness and response. Case vignettes are included in each chapter to illustrate issues particular to each population Key Features: <ul>
<li> Offers the highest quality, best available evidence for choosing appropriate interventions</li> <li>Focuses on vulnerable populations including children, older adults, and people with disabilities, mental health issues and substance abuse issues</li> <li>Comprises a practical, hands-on manual for mental health and medical professionals and volunteers regarding disaster preparedness and response</li> <li>Provides assessment tools and preparedness checklists and forms</li> <li>Includes case vignettes to illustrate issues specific to each population</li>
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Disasters and Vulnerable Populations: Evidence-Based Practice for the Helping Professions

Politics & Social Sciences

Baker PhD LCSW, Lisa

Cormier PhD MA BSN, Loretta

Social Sciences

Springer Publishing Company

Mother, Are You Sitting Down? is the true story of a mother and daughter's journey after facing life-changing news-an unplanned pregnancy-and the miraculous path God revealed to them. With one incredible turn of events after another, the Lord guides them perfectly with love and comfort, hope and joy, making the seemingly impossible not only possible, but far beyond anything they could have dreamed or imagined. This story will: · Give you confidence to trust God with your life and loved ones. · Encourage you to dream bigger than you ever have before. · Help you be aware of the ways God speaks to you. · Bring hope to your difficult situation. Although focused on this family's circumstances, God's supernatural solutions can help if you are experiencing financial problems, a troubled marriage, an eating disorder, sexual abuse, drug addiction-or anything that is holding you back from living a healthy, enjoyable life. Be encouraged to trust God with your life and let Him be the author of your miracle!

Mother Are You Sitting Down?: God's Astounding Answers to a Family's Crisis

Biographies & Memoirs

Baker Lowery, Jaime

Community & Culture

Drawbaugh Publishing Group

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