Talking to Children About Violence

Recognition of Gun Violence Prevention Day of Action and discussion between Rep. Chu and Alhambra High School students (File Photo – Office of Judy Chu)

The L.A. County Office of Education has put together the following resources to provide educators and parents support in talking to students about gun violence, their safety and their feelings.

By News Desk

There are also resources to support adults who are experiencing emotional distress.

Resources for Schools and Families

• A Checklist for School Personnel to Evaluate and Implement the Mental Health Component of Your School Crisis and Emergency Plan.
• Helping Youth After Community Trauma: Tips for Educators.
• School Violence Prevention: Guidelines for Administrators and Crisis Teams.

• Talking to Children about the Shooting (The National Child Traumatic Stress Network).
• Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (National Association of School Psychologists).
• Talking to Children About Violence: Tips for Parents and Teachers (Resources in multiple languages).

• Coping in the Aftermath of a Shooting (American Counseling Association).
• Trauma and Disaster Mental Health (American Counseling Association).
• Managing your distress in the aftermath of a shooting (American Psychological Association).