All across the globe, parents and children are being affected by the physical distancing, quarantines and school lockdown due to the spread of the Coronavirus disease (COVID-19). There are many youth who may feel isolated, bored, anxious, depressed and even uncertain because of this. They may also feel fear over the impact of the virus on their families.
This is why it is important that we engage children engage in family safe support. It is essential that parents or guardians help children to understand the coronavirus, the challenges it is bringing along and what can be done to protect them.
On this page you will find a wealth of resources to help parents to cope with the stressors of the pandemic and healthy parenting strategies and tips.
Washing your hands with soap removes germs from your hands. This helps to prevent infections because people frequently touch their eyes, nose and mouth without even realizing it. According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention, germs can get into the body through these areas and make us sick. During the Coronavirus Disease 19 (COVID-19) pandemic, it is especially important that we keep our hands clean to help prevent the virus from spreading.