EPISODE · Mar 1, 2026 · 41 MIN
#28 How to Talk to Your Kids About the News
from Good Enough Shrink · host Dr. Jenna Cheng, Dr. Patrick Kelly
As we continue to see violence, political conflict, and distressing news in the world, we bring to you this episode to help guide parents on how to talk to their kids about difficult news. The physical and mental effects of high stress-states, trauma, and disasters are devastating, and we are right here figuring this out with you. Core concepts to share with your kidsCase 1: Your 7 year-old is scared of school shootingsCase 2: Your 14 year-old is afraid for attacks on the LGBTQ+ communityCase 3: Your 20 year-old is wanting to participate in ICE protestsResources:https://www.aacap.org/aacap/Families_and_Youth/Resource_Centers/Disaster_Resource_Center/Home.aspxhttps://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/disasters-and-children/?srsltid=AfmBOoo0r1lGRsII7rhW3dc2X6_bLPxh8jxYpIs5H3TDfS77dcQK0lQQHave questions for us, or feedback about our podcast? Send us a message!
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As we continue to see violence, political conflict, and distressing news in the world, we bring to you this episode to help guide parents on how to talk to their kids about difficult news. The physical and mental effects of high stress-states, trauma, and disasters are devastating, and we are right here figuring this out with you. Core concepts to share with your kidsCase 1: Your 7 year-old is scared of school shootingsCase 2: Your 14 year-old is afraid for attacks on the LGBTQ+ c...
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