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Healthy Mind Matters
Dr. Brooks Keeshin shares tips on easing children's COVID-19 anxiety through open conversations and realistic family goals.
5:26•29 Mar 2020
Easing Children's COVID-19 Anxiety: Expert Advice from Dr. Brooks Keeshin
“We cannot have perfection be the goal. Rather, figuring this out together, being open and honest with our kids in a way that is developmentally appropriate and allowing children to be able to share with us what's bothering them and helping to problem solve, together with our child, how they can feel better, feel more routine, more normal and help calm some of those worries or anxieties or help address some of those behaviors.”
Parenting through a pandemic is no easy feat, and the COVID-19 crisis has brought unique challenges for families everywhere. In this episode of 'Healthy Mind Matters', host Maria Shilaos sits down with Dr. Brooks Keeshin, a child abuse pediatrician and child psychiatrist at the University of Utah Health and Primary Children's Hospital, to discuss practical ways parents can support their children during these stressful times. Dr.
Keeshin emphasizes the power of open conversations with kids about the virus, helping to alleviate their fears and anxieties. He offers actionable advice on how to spot signs that your child might need professional help and underscores the importance of realistic expectations in family life. The discussion also touches on supporting teenagers and making the most of available resources.
This episode is a treasure trove of tips for parents striving to maintain a calm and supportive environment for their children amid the ongoing pandemic. Tune in for invaluable insights that could make a world of difference for your family.
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