Newtown School Shooting: How to Talk To Your Kids About It
The National Association of School Pyschologists that addresses how best to address high-profile acts of violence.
In the wake of Friday's tragic shooting deaths in Newtown, CT, parents all over the country will be asked some very difficult questions by their own young students. The National Association of School Psychologists (NASP) offers these tips in helping parents talk about such tragidies: High profile acts of violence, particularly in schools, can confuse and frighten children who may feel in danger or worry that their friends or loved-ones are at risk. They will look to adults for information and guidance on how to react. Parents and school personnel can help children feel safe by establishing a sense of normalcy and security and talking with them about their fears. 1. Reassure children that they are safe. Emphasize that schools are very safe…
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Greg Nelson
10:59 am on Saturday, December 15, 2012
I would like to see ever local school district release to every parent the action plans for issues like fire, gun, bomb and lock down events that they have developed. I would feel they should also show how many times these items have been tested and results. The plans don't work unless tested against. Improve on them, make the place safe and stop and think that the only strength is based on the … more ›