Washington, March 19 -- Parents are faced with the difficult task of talking to their children about the COVID-19 pandemic, but should remain calm and reassuring in these uncertain times, said Lisa Peterson, a New Mexico State University assistant professor and director of the School Psychology Doctoral Program in the College of Education.
"Children use adults as a model for their reactions," Peterson said. "Let them know that they and their family are fine, and that you and the adults in their life, such as the people in their school and community, are working to keep them safe."
Peterson is offering the following guidance for parents on helping their children through their concerns:
- Talk to your children about their feelings and vali...