As the political debate rages on following a mass shooting at a Florida high school last week, children, teens and adults are trying to figure out how to cope with the stress of another mass shooting. We discuss methods people are using to deal with their fear, consider how we can help young people, and look at ways to talk about the aftermath of mass violence.
Resources for parents and caregivers:
- Substance Abuse And Mental Health Services Administration: Coping with Traumatic Events – Resources for Children, Parents, Educators, and Other Professionals
- Federal Emergency Management Agency: Coping with Disaster
- Centers for Disease Control: Coping with a Traumatic Event
- American Red Cross: Recovering Emotionally
- American Psychological Association: Helping Your Children Manage Distress
- American Academy of Pediatrics: Trauma Guide
- National Child Traumatic Stress Network: Resources for Parents and Caregivers
Episode Credits
- Kate Archer Kent Host
- Breann Schossow Producer
- Michelle Johnson Technical Director
- Robin Gurwitch Guest
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