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Trauma Informed On the Go: Emergency Preparedness Kits

An emergency preparedness kit (or “go bag”) is useful for handling unexpected events. Beyond just survival, it can also help regulate your nervous system during stressful situations. During an emergency, our brain enters a stress activated state, which can make clear thinking and problem-solving more difficult. Having a go bag with all your essential needs can remove some of the panic out of stressful situations, giving you a sense of direction when it matters most. A trauma informed approach to creating a go bag embraces proactive planning, reducing uncertainty, and play before an emergency event happens. It includes a combination of physical, social, and emotional needs when in a time of crisis.

Source: Trauma Informed Oregon

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