How to Talk With Your Child About the Israel-Gaza War

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• David Schonfeld

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This page provides guidance on how to talk with children about the Israel-Gaza war to ensure emotional wellness. It emphasizes the importance of open communication, addressing fears, and providing age-appropriate information. Tips include listening actively, validating feelings, and creating a safe space for discussions.

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Focus Areas: Trauma; Violence

Audience: Families & Children

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Preparedness (Prevention / Protection)

Keywords: Anxiety; Communication; Grief; Parent-Child Relations; Emotional Adjustment; Trauma and Stressor Related Disorders; Media Exposure

Institutions: Healthy Children

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