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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Cheyanne Mumphrey

Navigating conversations with children about war, conflict and other traumatic events

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The latest conflict in the Middle East is developing quickly and deeply complex, which can make it difficult for children to make sense of events they see unfolding on social media, hear adults anxiously discussing or are experiencing in real life. Experts say exposure to war, even if it is indirect, can affect how kids think, feel and behave.

Child psychologists and development experts say talking about it may help.

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