PROTECT YOUR CHILD FROM THE STRESS OF THE EPIDEMIC

PROTECT YOUR CHILD FROM THE STRESS OF THE EPIDEMIC

The social isolation and the rules to be followed in the Coronavirus epidemic, unfortunately, cause an increase in the feelings of fear, anxiety, and helplessness in children who witness the natural flow of daily life change significantly.

Child development experts warn parents against the stress that may occur in the child in the new type of coronavirus (Kovid-19) epidemic. According to experts, who stated that children should continue their daily routines during the epidemic process, where healthy communication is the key point, they point out that the child should be encouraged to express their concerns and fears.

According to experts stated that there are measures to be taken so that children who are affected by the epidemic period, as well as adults or even more, can get out of this process without wearing out, here are the things to do:

Ask your child what he thinks about the Coronavirus

 Take your child in front of you and find out what he or she knows about the Coronavirus as if you were chatting in a soft tone of voice. Identify what is right and what is wrong, and make the necessary corrections. Take control of the information you provide, taking into account his age and development.

Keep in touch

By talking to your child often, create a suitable environment for him to express how he feels on his front. Encourage him to talk about his concerns and fears by directing the conversation according to his level. It's important to remember that while some children share their feelings more easily, others need encouragement. Your conversation about how he feels will be more positive if you find out what he knows about this outbreak.

Convince him that the epidemic is under control

 

You can reduce their anxiety by explaining how the authorities have taken precautions regarding the epidemic. Children may feel helplessness as well as fear and anxiety during the social isolation process. In this case, you can provide an effect that will relieve him by explaining what is within our control. You can talk about our duties to prevent the spread of the epidemic, especially by talking about hygiene rules, you can make him feel confident by explaining that this is a temporary process at an age-appropriate level.

Labels: Protect Your Child, Epidemic Stress, Child Anxiety, Child Psychology, Healthy Communication
May 12, 2025
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