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Grounding Techniques
Grounding Techniques
Navigating School Shootings and Other Incidents of Trauma with your Child
The APA recommends honesty with children - acknowledging that bad things do happen, but reassuring them with the information that many people are working to keep them safe.
Podcast: "How to Talk to Kids About School Shootings" from the Beautifully Complex podcast by Penny Williams
https://parentingadhdandautism.com/2023/09/232-how-to-talk-to-kids-about-school-shootings/
In 2022, 34 students and adults died in school shootings, while more than 43,000 children were exposed to gunfire at school. These are startling statistics, but an epidemic that many Americans have grown somewhat numb to. While we’ve become accustomed to expecting more school shootings, it doesn’t reduce the fear and anxiety kids and parents feel. In fact, the inevitability keeps the lack of control top of mind.
In this episode, joined by the Executive Director of the Trauma and Grief Centers, Dr. Julie Kaplow, to learn what we can do as parents and caregivers to help kids navigate the emotions and fears they feel when a school shooting happens. First and foremost, Dr. Kaplow says we have to talk about the tragedies with our kids. Listen in to learn more about what you can do to empower your kids to navigate tragedy and the resulting fear it often causes.
3 key takeaways:
Do not avoid discussing tragedies with your children; provide them with the space to ask questions and express their concerns.
Focus on instilling a sense of safety and security by reassuring children that the adults in their lives are there to protect and care for them.
Equip children with coping skills to help them manage their anxiety, such as deep breathing and visualization exercises.
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