Life Kit: Parenting
When The News Is Scary, What To Say To Kids
Mar 18, 2019
Tips on talking to kids about scary news: limit exposure, ask how they feel, provide facts, avoid labels like 'bad guys', encourage processing through play and art, take positive action together
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Quick takeaways
- Limit children's exposure to breaking news to prevent unnecessary fear and anxiety.
- Encourage children to process scary news through play, art, and positive actions together for better understanding and coping skills.
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Understanding The Impact Of News On Children
Children are heavily influenced by the news they hear, being exposed to tragic events that can instill fear and uncertainty. The 24-hour news cycle means that kids are often absorbing news even when parents may not be aware. Examples from the podcast highlight how children misconstrue news reports, leading to unnecessary fears, such as mistaking 'guerrilla warfare' for apes and developing wild misconceptions about real-life events.
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