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How to talk to children when terrorist attacks and violence dominate the news

phys.org·Trudy Meehan·about 1 month ago
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Credit: Siobhan Howerton from Pexels When a man stabbed Jewish people in Golders Green, London, in what police declared a terrorist incident, the story spread fast—through news alerts, social media and the whispered conversations of anxious adults. When this happens, children notice. Whether they catch a fragment of a TV bulletin, overhear a parent on the phone, or simply sense that something has shifted in the atmosphere at home, the news has a way of reaching them before they are ready. The question isn't really whether to talk to children about violence and fear ; it's how. First, it's important to know that children have the resilience and capacity to process difficult topics, but bear in mind that this needs to happen in a supportive environment . Start with safety. Ensure your child feels relaxed and secure.…

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