The tragic events in Newtown, CT this past week have affected us all, and many parents may be wondering how to talk with their kids and help them deal with the aftermath. Below are several resources for parents and teachers to help understand how kids of different ages may react to traumatic events such as these, and some strategies to engage and talk with them about it.
AAP Healthy Children: Talking to Children About Disasters
http://www.healthychildren.org/English/safety-prevention/at-home/Pages/Talking-to-Children-About-Disasters.aspx
A National Tragedy: Helping Children Cope
http://www.nasponline.org/resources/crisis_safety/terror_general.aspx
Talking to Children about Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers
http://www.nasponline.org/resources/crisis_safety/talkingviolence.pdf
