Talking to Children About Difficult News: Highland Park

In light of the recent tragic events in Highland Park, we wanted to share these resources with you. We are deeply saddened by the loss of life, and share our condolences for the victims, those who were injured, their loved ones, and the Highland Park community. The Youth Services Department is here for you and your family. Please feel free to reach out if we can be of assistance during this very difficult time. Email youthservices@deerfieldlibrary.org or call 847-580-8962.

American Academy of Pediatrics:

• Talking with Children about Tragedies & Other News Events

American Psychological Association:

• Helping Your Children Manage Distress in the Aftermath of a Shooting
• APA Resources for Coping with Mass Shootings, Understanding Gun Violence

EmbraceRace:

• Talking to Kids in the Wake of Mass Violence

National Association of Elementary School Principals:

• Helping Children Cope with Tragedy

National Association of School Psychologists:

• Talking to Children about Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers
• Handout

National Child Traumatic Stress Network:

• Coping After Mass Violence
• After a Crisis:  How Young Children Heal

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Administration:

• Tips for Talking With and Helping Children and Youth Cope After a Disaster or Traumatic Event

From District 113:

• “The Highland Park Police Department, the American Red Cross, and the FBI Victim Services Response Team, with additional federal and state partners will provide assistance to District 113 counselors to enable expanded counseling services to students, staff, and community members at Highland Park High School tomorrow, Wednesday, July 6 through Friday, July 8 from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. each day.”