How to discuss the Texas shooting with children and young teens

It is important to reassure children about their own safety and to try to lean the conversation towards hope

Dr Colman Noctor says it is important to judge the conversation based on the temperament of the child. Photo by Julia M Cameron via Pexels

Following the recent Texas school shooting, child psychotherapist, Dr Colman Noctor has shared some tips on discussing such difficult topics with children, assuring parents that it's ok not to have all the answers.

Children are much more exposed to the media these days and so, they may come to parents with questions about what they see.