Talking to children about terrorist attacks and school and community shootings in the news

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This guide offers advice on how to talk to children about tragic events, such as shootings and terrorist attacks, that they are likely to hear about at school and/or on the news.

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Hazard: Violence

Audiences: Behavioral Health Professionals; Emergency Managers; EMS Clinicians; Families & Children; Nurses; Physicians

Emergency Management Stage: Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Psychological First Aid; Mass Shooting Events

Institutions: Children's Hospital Los Angeles

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