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• Talking to children and young people about war and conflict

  Fri 11 Mar 2022

  When war or conflict is in the news, it can cause feelings such as fear, sadness and anxiety for children, young people and adults. Place2Be’s Educational Psychologists share their advice on how to talk to children and young people about war and conflict, and support them if they’re struggling with the news.

  As teachers, parents and carers, it is impossible to protect children from frightening and confusing world events, such as war and conflict. We can, however:

  • Create a sense of safety at home and school
  • Find ways to cope together with uncertainty
  • Be hopeful for peace and safety for all
  • Be compassionate
  • Look after our own wellbeing and seek support as we support others

  When talking to children and young people about war, it is important to take into account their age, stage of development and whether they have special educational needs, additional support needs or other needs that may make them more vulnerable.

  Here are some things you may find helpful:

   

  https://www.place2be.org.uk/about-us/news-and-blogs/2022/march/talking-to-children-and-young-people-about-war-and-conflict/