Key Takeaways Many children want to talk and share their perspectives about what happened and ask questions. When speaking to children, some general guidance includes: being honest, listening more than you speak, acknowledging their emotions, providing reassurance...
Key Takeaways Experiencing a cardiac arrest is traumatic and overwhelming and life afterward can be filled with fear, uncertainty, and a desperate need for connection and information. Everyone’s journey is different- learning to navigate this delicate balance with...
Key Takeaways Be honest with your child. Tell them what you know and what you don’t know. Don’t be afraid to show your child that you are sad and that expressing sadness by crying is okay and natural. Make sure your child knows that they are not to blame. Take time...
Key Takeaways Keep a list of odd jobs and tasks you need help with. Help people in your support network by giving them specific tasks you need help with. In addition to accepting help from friends and family, parents can find support through online resources and...
Key Takeaways There is no “right way” to feel. Trauma occurs when we are scared to death and don’t know what to do. Self-care is crucial. You do not have to be diagnosed with a severe psychological disorder in order to benefit from counseling or psychotherapy. You...
