The current conflict in Ukraine could be causing some children to feel anxious and unsettled. So it is essential that children are being effectively supported during these times. The resources in this article have been selected by our Educational Psychology Service as offering key advice for parents, carers and school staff supporting children in understanding the current situation in Ukraine.
Advice for Parents/Guardians, Teachers and Other Caregivers
Useful Websites:
- Supporting children to manage anxiety over war, conflict and crises – BPS
- Talking to your children about scary world news – Mental Health Foundation
- War, Crisis, Tragedy: How to talk with kids when the news is scary - KQED
- Talking with Children About War and Violence in the World – Family Education
- How to talk about Ukraine with children – Save the Children - Download the full blog
- How to talk to children about Russia invading Ukraine in an honest but reassuring way - Kasia Delgado
- How to Talk to Kids about What is Happening in Ukraine - Alexia Dellner
Advice for children and young adults
These resources are aimed at children and young adults and discuss what they can do if they are feeling sad/ worried about what they’ve seen, heard or read.
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