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Establishing
the peace
We as parents can help our children cope by establishing a sense of safety and security. As the nation learns more about what happened and why, adults can continue to help children work through their emotions and perhaps even use the process as a learning experience.
We as adults should try to stay calm and controlled.. Children sometimes take their emotional cues from the adults in their lives. Avoid appearing anxious or frightened. Reassure children that they are safe and so are the other important adults in their lives. Explain that these buildings were targeted for their symbolism and that schools, neighborhoods, and regular office buildings should not at risk. Remind them that trustworthy people are always in charge. Explain that the government emergency workers, police, firefighters, doctors, and the military are helping people who are hurt and are working to ensure that no further tragedies occur. Trust your feelings
Let children know that it is okay to feel upset. Explain
See SAFETY, Page A6
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