Manchester Attack: How To Help Children Cope With Shocking News Coverage

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One of Australia's leading parenting experts' Dr Justin Coulson tells Jodie & Soda parents need to 'turn off' shocking news coverage to make kids feel safe and secure.The bombing at Ariana Grande's concert in Manchester could have a catastrophic effect on children who see distressing images so Dr Coulson says it's better to turn it off and not let them hear or see any images that may upset kids. "It destroys their belief in a world that is safe, secure and predictable... And they need that so they will feel confident, hopeful and go on and explore the world"Dr Justin Coulson will be presenting two free parenting seminars in Adelaide Tuesday April 5 & Wednesday April 6, 2017 at the Adelaide Convention Centre. For more information head to https://www.happyfamilies.com.au/

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