Children may have questions, concerns, or fears in response to violent events. We’ve put together this list of trauma-informed resources to help parents and teachers find ways to talk to children.
How to talk to children:
- Mental Health America: Talking To Kids About Fear And Violence
- NPR: “What to Say to Kids When the News is Scary”
- The Child Mind Institute: Helping Children Cope After a Traumatic Event
- ABC News: How to Talk to Kids about the Texas Shooting
- Color in Colorado: 15-tips-talking-children-about-school-violence
- Child Care Aware of America: Helping Children Cope with Traumatic Events
- National Association for the Education of Young Children: Resources to Help Young Children Cope in the Aftermath of Violence
- Nationwide Children’s Hospital (On Our Sleeves): Talking to Kids About Current Events
For adults:
It’s just as important for adults to take care of themselves in response to these events. If you are experiencing symptoms of anxiety, trauma, depression, or other mental health conditions, please contact MHAOhio’s Get Connected program for immediate assistance in finding local treatment options. Additionally, The Columbus CARE coalition has provided online resources.
