How to Help Children Build Resilience in Uncertain Times

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• Kenneth Ginsburg

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This article describes ways to help children become stronger during tough times. It suggests listening to their feelings, keeping routines, and encouraging problem-solving. It also recommends helping kids stay connected with friends and family, teaching them healthy ways to cope with stress, and being a good role model. By supporting children in these ways, adults can help them handle challenges better now and in the future.

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Focus Area: Mental Health

Audiences: Families & Children; Schools & Childcare Providers

Emergency Management Stage: Mitigation

Keywords: Child; Mental Health; Stress, Psychological; Parenting; Uncertainty; Resilience, Psychological; Adaptation, Psychological; Emotional Intelligence

Institutions: Healthy Children

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