How to Talk to Kids About a Diagnosis: A Guide for Parents, Caregivers and Professionals

A serious medical diagnosis—like cancer or a chronic illness—can turn a family’s world upside down. But it doesn’t have to break it.In this episode, I share guidance on how to navigate these challenging conversations, including age-appropriate communication strategies, common questions children may ask, and ways to emotionally prepare yourself. Whether you're supporting your own child or working with a family in crisis, this episode offers practical tools to approach the conversation with honesty and compassion.Book recommendations:“The Invisible String” by Patrice Karst“The Memory Box; A Book About Grief” by Joanna  Rowland“The Little Green Monster: Cancer Magic” By Sharon Chappell “Chicken Soup For the Soul: The Cancer Book” by Jack Canfield “Oliver’s Story-For Sibs of Kids with Cancer” by Michael Dodd“Our Family Has Cancer, Too!” by Christine Clifford“Because…Someone I love Has Cancer” by American Cancer SocietyLocal and National Resources for kids:Cancer Support Community (CSC) www.CancerSupportCommunity.orgCamp Kesem www.CampKesem.orgImaginary Friend Society https://www.imaginaryfriendsociety.com/filmsWalk with Sally https://walkwithsally.orgWebsite:  https://www.vital-mind-therapy.comBook: “Anxiety In My Body” https://www.amazon.com/Anxiety-My-Body-Jordan-Long/dp/B0DX18Y4GZ/ref=tmm_hrd_swatch_0Instagram: @just_therapist_thingsE-Guides: ⁠https://www.teacherspayteachers.com/store/just-therapist-things #therapy #therapypodcast #anxietypodcast #podcastfortherapists #podcastformentalhealth #mentalhealthandwellness #medicalfamilytherapy #psychooncology #grieftherapy #spotifypodcast #spotifyforpodcasters #applepodcasts #amazonpodcasts #newepisode #therapypodcast #podcastersofinstagram #mentalhealth #foryoupage #podcastsofinstagram #podcastrecommendation #wellnesspodcast #mentalhealthpodcast #therapyworks #cancertherapy #anxietydisorderpodcast #mentalhealthawareness #mentalhealthcounseling #podcastshow #mindfulnessquotes #brainhealthpodcast #psychology #mentalhealthisimportant #psychooncology #podcastsguests #counselingpodcast #counseling #newepisode #podcastinglife