Reports of violence seem endless recently, including the devastating mass shootings in Buffalo, Uvalde and Tulsa over the past three weeks. Indiana University recognizes that the emotional impact of these events can be very difficult, and that it’s normal to experience a wide range of feelings in the face of such news.

If you, a family member or a colleague is looking for extra support during this time, SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program has resources that are available immediately:

• Receive free, 24/7 in-the-moment support from a licensed clinician by calling 888-881-5462.
• Learn tips for Coping With the Aftermath of a Shooting, Talking With Children about the News, and Recovering from Disasters or Traumatic Events.
• Use a five-minute guided Resilience Booster to help you cope, de-stress and regroup.
• Visit the SupportLinc web portal to access their full technology suite, including text therapy, resilience boosters, digital group support and more.

In addition to the resources above, SupportLinc can assist children through short-term counseling services if your child needs to debrief with a licensed professional counselor. If you feel your child could benefit from this, call SupportLinc at 888-881-5462.