Let's Build Their Brain

Consuming News

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Special Note: In an effort to provide support, there is mention of some traumatic topics.  Please keep this in mind as you decide when and where to listen to this episode.  Although no graphic details are included, you may not want your little ones to overhear this episode.

Listen in as Crystal Mercer (a Licensed Professional Counselor and a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist specializing in trauma, grief, and anxiety) joins the conversation. Join us for suggestions on how to remain mindful of mental health as we consume news.


Resources:

  • https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapists
  • Call 2-1-1 national number to locate a variety of community resources
  • Teens can text Help to 741-741 for a trained crisis counselor
  • National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255
  • https://www.nasponline.org/resources-and-publications/resources-and-podcasts/school-safety-and-crisis/school-violence-resources/talking-to-children-about-violence-tips-for-parents-and-teachers
  • The National Child Traumatic Stress Network: 

    • https://www.nctsn.org/resources/all-nctsn-resources

    https://www.nctsn.org/sites/default/files/resources//pfa_walletcard.pdf

    • Once I Was Very Very Scared by Chandra Ghosh Ippen (Book) also available as a YouTube Video:

      • http://www.viewpure.com/tXOgvchh_Lc?start=0&end=0

      • I Miss You (First Look At Death)  by Lesley Harker
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