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Rebuilding Our Lives After the Hurricane

This workbook was developed in the aftermath of the worst natural disasters to befall Louisiana – hurricanes Katrina and Rita. The Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service of the LSU AgCenter is providing this resource to help families take charge of their lives in a positive way. This program is dedicated to those families who are performing heroic efforts to hold onto hope and rebuild their lives.

Holiday Stress Tips to Help You Manage

Holidays cause stress even under the best of circumstances. And many Louisiana families continue to have far from an ideal situation this Christmas season. Loss can trigger depression during the holidays. And many Louisiana families have experienced great loss because of the hurricanes, an illness or death in the family. Some have family members far away from home in Iraq or Afghanistan or have lost their jobs.

Common Reactions to Crisis by Ages
Most children can put into perspective tragic or sad events that don't impact them personally. However, some children may be at risk of more extreme reactions because of personal circumstances. Adults should contact a professional if children exhibit the following over an extended period of time.

‘Anniversary Effects’ Of Hurricanes Expected
Flashbacks, feelings of grief or depression and other symptoms can be attributed to the anniversary of a traumatic event such as the loss of a loved one, an accident or a natural disaster. LSU AgCenter family life professor Dr. Diane D. Sasser expects many people will suffer the "anniversary effects" of hurricanes Katrina and Rita.

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Strategies for Helping Youth Cope with Disaster

After any disaster, children are most afraid that the event will recur, that they or someone they love will be hurt or killed, that they may be separated from those they love and be left alone. Here are strategies to help caregivers help affected children.

Helping Children Deal with Crisis

Hurricanes have brought crisis into the living rooms of all Americans. Once again, the trauma of such events has struck at the heart of America. Dealing with natural disasters is difficult enough for all to comprehend. The lives of all will be changed forever. It is incredibly more difficult when young people and children are involved and are the victims.

These Holidays Could Be The Most Stressful In Memory

This holiday season may be more stressful than ever for some people and families. Stress resulting from our recent disasters combined with the usual holiday stress may become overwhelming.

Expect To Endure Stages Of Grief After Hurricanes

After crises like hurricanes Katrina and Rita, your life will never be the same. Many of us survived this natural disaster, but much of what we care about may be lost.

Emotional Recovery Part Of Disaster Aftermath

Those who survive hurricanes and other natural disasters are at risk for behavioral and emotional readjustment problems. Most child and adult survivors experience one or more normal stress reactions for several days after a natural disaster.