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The uncertain world of today may cause additional stress on families. Children are sure to be impacted by this. If you are feeling stress, here are some suggestions to help yourself manage it--Remember we are their role models!
Take time for yourself doing things that rejuvenate you.
Go for a walk or exercise
Meditate
Eat healthy
Talk to someone
Our primary concern is the safety and health of all students, families and members of the community. Please visit these additional resources during this very difficult time as well as reach out for support.
https://childmind.org/article/talking-to-kids-about-the-coronavirus/
Video on how to talk to your kids about the Coronavirus.
https://childmind.org/recursos-en-espanol/
Cómo apoyar a los niños durante la crisis del coronavirus.
https://nyssswa.org/crisis-response/coronavirus-school-response-resources/
New York State School Social Workers' Association - section titled Resources for Children and Parents has lots of good information including how to discuss the Coronavirus with your child and activities to do while at home from school.
The UNICEF website has lots of information about how to support children through the Coronavirus outbreak.
The National Association of School Psychologists. Information, guidelines and resources on the COVID-19 crisis.
For more information on the Coronavirus and precautions to take can be found on-line at Centers for Disease Control & Prevention (CDC) and the World Health Organization.
From the World Health Organization:
From Child Mind Institute:
https://childmind.org/article/why-do-kids-have-trouble-with-transitions/
https://childmind.org/article/how-to-avoid-passing-anxiety-on-to-your-kids/
https://childmind.org/article/how-to-change-negative-thinking-patterns/
From National Association of School Psychologists:
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