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Disasters and children's mental health
Disasters and children's mental health
Disasters and children's mental health
Sunday 12th May 2019
Discover practical tools to support children's mental health after disasters with clinical psychologist Nicola Palfrey on 'All In The Mind'.
29 minutes
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Mindfulness & Emotional Wellbeing
Mindful Recovery
Sexual Stigmas & Myths
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Parenting & Children
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Get the buttons here!Helping Kids Heal: Strategies for Managing Trauma After Disasters
One of the overarching messages of the toolkit is that every adult in a community has a role and a part to play in supporting children's wellbeing in the event of a natural disaster or community trauma event.
When disaster strikes, it doesn't just leave physical damage; it leaves emotional scars, especially on children. In this episode of 'All In The Mind', host Lynne Malcolm sits down with clinical psychologist Nicola Palfrey to discuss how traumatic events like natural disasters and mass shootings can impact children's mental health. Palfrey, who has extensive experience working with families affected by such events, shares practical tools and strategies to support young minds through recovery.
She emphasizes the importance of community involvement and the role every adult can play in fostering resilience in children. From turning off the news to taking mental breaks, Palfrey's toolkit is packed with actionable advice to help kids bounce back. If you're a parent, teacher, or just someone who cares about children's wellbeing, this episode offers a wealth of information to help you make a difference.