Helping Children Cope with Tragedies
Our thoughts and prayers go out to all those affected by the horrific incident at the Boston Marathon. In the aftermath of tragedies like this, parents are often are faced with questions from their children and may not know the best way to handle them.
Resources in Response to the Bombings
General Resources:
- Tips for Parents on Media Coverage
- After a Crisis: Helping Young Children Heal
- Talking to Children about the Bombings
- Parents Tips for Helping Preschool-Aged Children after DisastersParents Tips for
- Helping School-Aged Children after Disasters
- Parent Guidelines for Helping Youth After the Bombings
For Pediatric Providers: