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Coronavirus

The Coronavirus pandemic has been a very difficult time for young people, children, and their parents. Anxiety has risen due to the uncertainty of the pandemic and pre-existing mental health conditions have been exacerbated. For some children or young people, it may have been a very welcome break from school which can be very stressful for young people who experience bullying or are misunderstood. For others, it has been a painful period of not seeing family and friends, and even experiencing grief.

No matter what your family have experienced over lockdown, it is crucial to communicate and check up on your child. They may be seeing some very worrying misinformation in the media, which is exacerbating fear and anxiety. In this case, calmly explain what is going on and present your child with the facts. Be aware of how you model your own anxiety when speaking to your child about the pandemic – speak to your child when you feel calm yourself.

It may have been a difficult transition for children returning to school. Make sure you and your child have a defined routine before and after school to help them feel more adjusted and safer, and to bring them back on track in their learning.

Remember, a child feels the stress and worry you give off, and that will reflect in their own behaviour. Look after yourself and check in with yourself to set a good example for your child.

To learn more about how to handle the pandemic as a parent watch our informational videos below.

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Tips for Returning to School

Dr Jess Richardson, principal clinical psychologist, gives suggestions to parents and teachers to deal with children’s anxiety. Read and download our fact sheet, view more information for teachers or sign up to receive our newsletters and a free interactive guide to the website.

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Children’s Voices: Coronavirus

As the nation begins a gradual return to life outside the home in a changed world, understanding children’s thoughts and feelings will be important in helping them adjust.

We have asked a group of children about their experience of lockdown, and how they view a return to school.

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Related Factsheets

Returning to School Fact Sheet

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Strategies to Support Children’s Wellbeing

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Anxiety in Children

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Depression in Children

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Share your story

We are always on the lookout for those with lived experiences to inform our educational resources. Whether you are a professional working with children, a parent, or have experienced mental health challenges as a young person, we encourage you to get in touch if you are interested in sharing your experience with us.

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