Coping with Public Tragedies

So many of us have been deeply impacted by violence in our communities, public tragedies and natural disasters. Children often see and hear the news and overhear our conversations. We often struggle to find the words to explain the events to our children, how to support them and acknowledge their fears, anxieties and worries while also trying to process our own feelings, .

Specific Resources for Children

Dougy Center: Talking with Children about Tragic Events 

Mayo Clinic - Helping Children Cope: Tips for Talking about Tragedy

American Counseling Association - Coping in the Aftermath of a Shooting

Psychology Today - Managing Anxiety After a Mass Shooting

National Institute of Mental Health - Coping With Traumatic Events

National Association of Independent Schools: Helping Your School Community Recover After a Traumatic Event

Child-Mind Institute: Helping Your Children Cope with Frightening News