Resources for Parenting Support

I wanted to reach out and share some resources with you during these difficult and distressing times. Sadly, the international news this weekend and ongoing news coverage is devastating, and the recent atrocities of war may leave parents at a loss for words to help (child)ren with their questions and concerns that they may have as they watch or hear the news.  I am sensitive to the needs of young children. I am deeply disheartened that many in our community have friends and family directly affected by this emerging war, and my thoughts are with you.

To help you have these important conversations with your child(ren), I recommend checking out these resources:

• Common Sense Media: "Explaining the News to Our Kids"

• American Psychological Association: "Building resilience to manage indirect exposure to terror."

• SAMHSA: "Tips for Talking to Kids After Traumatic Events"

• Child Mind Institute: "Helping Children Cope After a Traumatic Event"

• NASP: "Helping Children Cope with Terrorism"