How to Help Children After the Uvalde School Shooting Julie B. Kaplow, PhD, ABPP Executive Director, Trauma and Grief Center The devastating tragedy in Uvalde, Texas, will have ripple effects across the communities, our state, and the nation. Similar to adults, children and adolescents are likely to experience a range of emotions after hearing about this traumatizing situation. Below are some tips for caregivers and parents on how to talk to youth in the aftermath and help decrease their distress. These ...

Following the tragic shooting that occurred yesterday at Robb Elementary School in Uvalde, Texas, parents, caregivers, teachers, and school professionals may have questions and concerns about how to address children's reactions to this devastating tragedy. Children's Hospital New Orleans is here to serve as a resource for families through this unthinkable, and incredibly challenging times such as these. Below please find resources that can provide guidance and support, along with information about the ...

Children experience anxiety in a number of different ways, but it’s not always a bad thing. While a little anxiety helps your kids get their homework done on time, too much anxiety can be detrimental to their wellbeing. A child might explain it as a feeling of dread, panic, sadness or fear. They might talk about it in terms of physical symptoms like sweaty palms, trembling, butterflies in their tummy or a fast heartbeat. It can prevent kids from going to school or joining a fun game with their peers. Later ...