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Tips for Supporting Children, Families, and Youth in Crisis

SAMHSA Crisis System Response Training & Technical Assistance Center

May 26, 2026

SAMHSA released a Prevention and Recovery Tip Sheet for Supporting Children, Youth, and Families in Crisis

This tip sheet provides practical, easy to understand guidance to help prevent crises, respond effectively when a child or youth is in emotional distress, and support healing after a crisis. It emphasizes family centered approaches, early identification, and connection to appropriate crisis and recovery supports.



CONTACT

Brent Andriese

988 Coalition Coordinator, NAMI Nevada

Phone: (775) 843-6002

Email: 988nami@naminevada.org

Mailing address:

NAMI Nevada
1281 Terminal Way, Suite 115A
Reno, NV 89502

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