Biopsychosocial Changes in Children with Special Needs After Disaster and Psychosocial Support for Children with Special Needs and Their Families After Disaste

Abstract

Th is study comprehensively addresses the biopsychosocial impacts of disasters on children with special needs and their families and appropriate support strategies for these groups. Th e research details the devastating eff ects of disasters on these vulnerable groups and emphasizes the importance of psychosocial aspects of post-disaster interventions. While the study highlights the challenges faced by children with special needs and their families, it analyzes the extent to which disaster response systems are able to respond to the needs of these groups. Th erefore, the need for detailed data collection, development of monitoring systems and implementation of support strategies with multidisciplinary approaches are suggested in the study. Th e research also emphasizes specifi c support strategies for these children, such as the creation of safe spaces and family trainings. It is emphasized that these supports play a critical role in the recovery process of children and their families.