Resiliency

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• Coping with Disasters

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The National Institutes of Health (NIH) is the nation’s leading medical research agency making important discoveries that improve health and save lives. NIH is made up of 27 Institutes and Centers, each with a specific research agenda, often focusing on particular diseases or body systems.

• The National Institute of Mental Health is the primary NIH organization for researching trauma and stress.
• The National Center for Complementary and Integrative Health (NCCIH) is the National Institutes of Health lead agency for scientific research on the diverse medical and health care systems, practices, and products that are not generally considered part of conventional medicine. Mind and body practices are included in this field of study. The 2012 National Health Interview Survey (NHIS) showed that yoga, chiropractic, and osteopathic manipulation, and meditation are among the most popular mind and body practices used by adults. Stress management programs commonly include relaxation techniques. Find more information about the benefits of relaxation techniques that may aid in stress management and help build resilience.

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• Coping Tips for Traumatic Events and Disasters | Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration (SAMSHA)
• Feeling overwhelmed? Read this fact sheet to learn whether it’s stress or anxiety, and what you can do to cope. (English and Español) PDF
• Manage Stress | 
• Nurture Your Resilience | NIH News in Health
• Self-Help and Coping | National Center for PTSD | U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA)