Advice for Parents Understanding Stress in Children Stress may cause worry “Why” is this happening? Take care of yourself first Be confident and calm to.

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Advice for Parents Understanding Stress in Children Stress may cause worry “Why” is this happening? Take care of yourself first Be confident and calm to make children feel safe and secure

Helpful Tips Keep up normal routines Talk to your children about their concerns Be concrete and accurate with answers Tell them it is OK to be angry and afraid Give them more affection and attention Limit exposure to the media Encourage healthy behaviors

Empower the Children What can they do? Cough or sneeze into their sleeve or a tissue Throw the tissue away Wash hands frequently with soap and water (Sing “Happy Birthday” twice)

Empower the Children (continued) Stay away from people who are sick Stay home from school when sick