HOW TO TALK TO YOUR CHILDREN ABOUT SCHOOL SHOOTINGS
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In recent years, the conversation around school shootings has become an unsettling reality for many families. As these tragic events become more frequent and widely reported, parents face the challenging task of discussing them with their children. Navigating this conversation requires a delicate balance between providing reassurance without fostering fear, addressing the gravity of the issue while maintaining hope, and ensuring that children feel safe and understood. Here are a few tips on how to talk to your children about school shootings in in a thoughtful and age-appropriate manner.
Per a recent article from Savethechildren.org, data shows that the United States has surpassed 200 mass shootings in 2024; and we are just entering the Fall school year. The recent deadly incident at Apalachee High School, that left four people dead and nine injured, in Winder, Georgia, is the 218th time that a gun was fired or brandished at a school.
Talking to students, no matter the age, is an unfortunate must for parents to do. According to the experts, here are some tips to help guide the conversation according to your child’s age.
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