Disaster Response Network
- Resources for hurricane season
Helping your patients prepare emotionally for possible disaster
- The Changing Face of Disaster Mental Health (PDF, 225KB)
- Psychologists respond to tornadoes and flooding
Psychologists provided disaster mental health services in relief operations across several southern states
- Education and outreach in the wake of Arizona shootings
The APA Disaster Response Network responded to the Arizona shootings by participating in a congressional webinar and offering additional support to persons affected by the tragedy
- Tribute to Susan E. Hamilton, PhD
- APA donates to Haiti Relief Fund
American Psychological Association (APA) President Carol Goodheart, EdD, presented a donation for $10,000 from the association to the American Red Cross (ARC) International Response Fund for Haiti
- Disaster Response Network engages in outreach after earthquake in Haiti
Operated out of the Practice Directorate, the Disaster Response Network has been spearheading initiatives in response to the devastating earthquake
- APA and American Red Cross reaffirm historic partnership
A recent agreement commits APA to maintaining its Disaster Response Network to offer emotional support and crisis assistance to disaster survivors and Red Cross workers
- New cultural awareness guide is available
The guide offers practical suggestions for psychologists on effectively and appropriately communicating with and reaching out to people of diverse backgrounds
- Volunteer network activates in wake of recent disasters
Psychologists in APA's Disaster Response Network use their specialized training to offer pro bono support where it is needed most
- Guidance for psychologists on international disaster response
The APA Statement on the Role of Psychologists in International Emergencies provides guidance to members who want to assist in the aftermath of disasters abroad
- On the scene after disaster strikes
After recent wildfires, storms, floods and a mall shooting, members of the APA Disaster Response Network (DRN) are there to help
