Video Link: https://childmind.org/article/talking-to-kids-about-the-coronavirus/

Tips from the video:

• Aim to provide reassurance without increasing worries

• Don't be afraid to talk about the coronavirus. Not talking about it when it is in the media can be more distressing.

• Adults should consume the news and provide young people with factual information at an age appropriate level.

• Be developmentally appropriate, avoid to much information at one time.

• Parents can invite children to ask them questions, allowing parents to confirm if true or not. Avoid asking children questions as this can encourage frightening fantasies.

• Adults must deal with own anxiety before talking to young people. Be calm.

• Focus on what young people can do to stay safe-hygiene practices.

• Stick to normal routines-be consistent and predictable. (At home regular mealtimes, bedtimes etc).

• It's okay to tell young people you do not know the answer to a question and that if/when you do, you will get back to them.