Courses

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Disaster Preparedness: Disability Alert Wallet Cards

Wallet-size cards that help people with disabilities share the information first responders need during an emergency. Free to download and print.

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The 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and Missouri’s Crisis Continuum

This course provides a comprehensive overview of the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline and how it operates within Missouri's crisis response system.

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Workplace Wellbeing Lunch and Learns

Twelve short, expert-led sessions teams can watch together. Each lesson includes action steps and a companion guide.

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LifeLaunch Life Skills

A video series made by young adults, for young adults. Get practical guidance on interviewing, banking, meal planning, online safety, health insurance and avoiding scams.

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EPC Courses

Free trainings for educators, caregivers, first responders and behavioral health professionals. Learn to recognize early signs of psychosis and support someone through it.

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The Disaster Distress Helpline Explained

A short animated video showing how the Disaster Distress Helpline works and who it can help. Share it with clients, colleagues or your community.

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The Disaster Distress Helpline

An overview of the Disaster Distress Helpline (DDH), a free multilingual crisis hotline available 24/7 year-round. Learn who it's for and how it works.

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Missouri Model Framework for Trauma Informed Workplaces

Learn the four stages of the Missouri Model Framework and how to apply trauma-informed practices across your organization.

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Missouri’s Comprehensive Public Health Approach

Understand how early trauma shapes long-term health and what Missouri's public health approach can do to build resilience in individuals and communities.

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Recovery from Trauma of COVID-19

Hear from public health workers as they reflect on COVID-19 trauma, lingering stress and the path toward healing.

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Disaster Preparedness: Individual, Provider, and Video Guides

Disasters and emergencies can happen quickly and without warning, leaving you little time to respond. That is why being prepared before the disaster occurs can help you respond quickly and appropriately – and maybe even save a life.

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MARCCD

MARCCD (Model for Adaptive Response to Complex Cyclical Disasters) helps communities anticipate, adapt and grow through disasters. Learn coping strategies, resilience-building skills and how community support carries people through stress, trauma and recovery.

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Managing Mental Health

This podcast was made possible by the Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration, Disaster Response State Grant. The views and opinions contained in the publication do not necessarily reflect those of SAMHSA or the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and should not be construed as such.

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Trauma-Informed Care for Helping Professionals

As helping professionals become increasingly aware of the profound impact of trauma, they are recognizing the immense value of adopting trauma-informed approaches to healthcare. This course has been meticulously crafted to offer a comprehensive overview of trauma-informed care practices.

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Stress Reactions

Trauma possesses the transformative potential to significantly affect both individuals and the communities they belong to, bringing forth a complex interplay of positive and negative consequences. Explore the prevalent post-disaster stress reactions for deeper understanding.

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Phases of Disaster

After a disaster, individuals typically go through distinct phases of recovery As time progresses, they gradually adjust and adapt to their new circumstances, eventually moving towards long-term recovery and personal growth, often emerging with a newfound sense of resilience and strength.

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988

988 is a three-digit number providing 24/7 statewide crisis support via call, text, or chat. Trained specialists assist with suicidal thoughts, substance use, mental health crises, and emotional distress.

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Heroes that Help

Tune in to our SAMHSA-sponsored visual radio series, showcasing inspiring heroes dedicated to improving mental health. Join us in celebrating their remarkable contributions.

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HappierU

Videos, podcasts and digital resources made for older teens and young adults. Build a positive mindset with science-backed tips for handling stress and everyday life.

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Trauma-Informed Care for Teens

This course gives teens a basic understanding of how trauma can take on many forms and how protective factors can help you bounce back from hard times. Through brief educational lessons and quizzes, it shares ideas about how to get help when you need it. Appropriate for ages 13+.