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Talking With Children When Scary Things Happen

Posted by: | Posted on: May 27, 2022

When scary or violent things happen in the world, whether thousands of miles away, in your state, your town, or your home, children look to the adults that surround them to help them feel safe and understand what is happening. This can feel tricky and challenging, particularly when the adults are also responding to and making sense of the same experience. Safe and supportive adults are the best predictor of resilience in youth. These resources offer guidance to help you talk with children and youth after something scary or violent happens.

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