When scary or violent things happen in the world, whether thousands of miles away, in your state, your town, or your home, children look to the adults that surround them to help them feel safe and understand what is happening. This can feel tricky and challenging, particularly when the adults are also responding to and making sense of the same experience. Safe and supportive adults are the best predictor of resilience in youth. These resources offer guidance to help you talk with children and youth after something scary or violent happens.

Talking With Children: When Scary Things Happen (En Espanol)

Helping Young Children With Traumatic Grief (En Espanol)