Helping Children Cope With Frightening News

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Blog
Guide

"When tragedy strikes, as parents [and people who care for children,] you find yourself doubly challenged: to process your own feelings of grief and distress, and to help your children do the same."

Resources and tips to help children cope with trauma and grief, including both general advice and topic-specific ideas. Topics include coronavirus, civil unrest, PTSD, suicide, ADHD, and more.

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Topic
  • Civic Education
  • Politics
  • Community Trauma
Setting
  • After School and Beyond
  • Day Schools and Yeshivas
  • Congregational Learning
  • Early Childhood
  • Family Engagement

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