Parent Resources

The following resources provide tips and guidance to help parents talk to their children about school violence and help them cope with tragedy: 

American Psychology Association

• Helping your children manage distress in the aftermath of a shooting

Psychological First Aid - Field Operations Guide

• Parent Tips – School-age Children
• Parent Tips – Adolescents

Substance Abuse and Mental Health Services Association (SAMHSA)

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

National Child Trauma Stress Network

• Talking to Children about the Shooting
• Age-Related Reactions to a Traumatic Event

National Association of School Psychologists (NASP)

• A National Tragedy: Helping Children Cope
• Talking about Violence with Students
• Infographic: Talking about Violence with Students