COVID-19 Conversations

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Watch a video from the Child Mind Institute that has some useful ideas about to speak with children and youth about the coronavirus in age appropriate ways!

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7 surprising things kids say that can mean "I'm anxious"Kids rarely say, "I'm anxious." Instead they say my stomach hurts or get angry or the worry manifests in a way that is disguised. Learn about code words for anxiety.

How to Talk to Your Kids About Coronavirus | Parenting Tips & Advice | PBS KIDS for ParentsWith coronavirus being a concern for grown ups, kids might also be worrying. Here's how to talk about COVID-19 with your young children, plus ways to practice healthy habits all year round.

Helping Children Cope With Changes Resulting From COVID-19Families across the country are adapting to the evolving changes in daily life caused by the COVID-19 pandemic. NASP has provided the following tips to help families reinforce a sense of control and r...

5 Ways to Help Teens Manage Anxiety About the CoronavirusAdults can help by making sure adolescents don’t overestimate the dangers or underestimate their ability to protect themselves.

5 Tips For Talking To Teens About Social DistancingWe are living in unprecedented times. And parents, in particular, are feeling the stress. You may be working remotely, trying to parent, educate, and keep the household running. You may be in a career where you are an essential employee, needing to navigate childcare, educational needs, and work. Or, you may be in an industry that has been deeply impacted by current events. As parents and caregivers work to take care of themselves and their loved ones, there are also important considerations to be had for how to support the teens and young adults in our lives during these difficult times. Next to friends, parents have been identified by students as the person that they are most likely to reach out to should they experience stress or emotional challenges. And, at a time when social distancing and absence in school-time may put you closer to your teen than ever before, parents may become the primary confidante. The below tips can …

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