The current Ukraine crisis could be causing some children and young people to feel anxious and unsettled. It is essential that children are being effectively supported during these times. The resources below have been selected by the Devon Educational Psychology Service as offering key advice for parents, carers and school staff supporting children in understanding the current situation in Ukraine.
Advice for children and young adults
These resources are aimed at children and young adults and discuss what they can do if they are feeling sad/ worried about what they’ve seen, heard or read.
Useful websites:
- Advice if you’re upset by the news – BBC Newsround
- Tips about what to do if you are feeling sad about the Ukraine crisis – BBC Newsround
- How to spot misleading stories online about Ukraine crisis – BBC Newsround
- Worries About The World – Childline
Advice for parents / guardians, teachers and other caregivers
Useful websites:
- How to talk to children about war – Save The Children
- Talking to your children about scary world news – Mental Health Foundation
- War, Crisis, Tragedy: How to talk with kids when the news is scary – KQED
- Talking with Children About War and Violence in the World – Family Education
- How to talk to children about Russia invading Ukraine in an honest but reassuring way – Kasia Delgado
- How to Talk to Kids about What is Happening in Ukraine – Alexia Dellner