Talking to Children About Wildfires and Other Natural Disasters

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• David Fassler

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This two-page tip sheet provides guidance for parents and teachers faced with the challenge of talking to children about threats like wildfires and other disasters known to be distressing to children. The guidance is appropriate for children who are both directly and indirectly impacted by the incident.

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Focus Area: Natural Disasters

Audiences: Families & Children; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stages: Response; Recovery

Keywords: Anxiety; Communication; Disaster Planning; Natural Disasters; Parent-Child Relations; Resilience, Psychological; Wildfires; Coping Skills

Institutions: American Academy of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry; University of Vermont

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The information provided on this website is for educational purposes only. It does not substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition.

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