These days, talk of terrorism, violence, and war is all around us. News reports on television and the violence they portray can cause significant stress in children, making them feel frightened, unsafe, and insecure. What's the best way for parents to help their children cope with these fears? It sounds simple, but parents can help their children most by just listening to their worries and talking honestly about them.
Talking with Kids is a national, nonpartisan, nonprofit initiative created to help parents talk to their kids about tough issues. Endorsed by such organizations as the American Academy of Pediatrics, the National PTA, and the National Associations of Elementary and Secondary Principals, Talking to Kids offers tips on how to talk to your kids about what they see on the news.
While you're there, you can also check out tips on talking about other tough issues like sex, drugs, violence in the media, and sexually transmitted diseases.