- December 2012
TRAUMATIC EVENTS
Helping Children Cope with School Violence
Incidents of school violence have shocked and saddened the nation, and left concerned parents
wondering how their children could be affected.
- Others may be
frightened that something could happen to them.
- In
addition, the following tips may help:
Encourage your child to express his or her feelings.
- Stress that this was a rare incident, but avoid
making false promises such as “Nothing like this will ever happen to you.” Instead, offer your love,
support and guidance and say things such as “I am here to protect you and to help keep yo...
Helping Children Cope with Violence 
