The Journey of Resilience Developing resilience is a personal journey, and you should use your knowledge of your own children to guide them on their journey. An approach to building resilience that works for you or your child might not…
We often romanticize childhood as a blissful period, yet being young does not protect against the emotional pain, difficulties, and traumas that many children encounter. Kids may have to navigate issues such as adjusting to a new classroom or online…
There are various perspectives on resilience – is it a trait, an ability, or an outcome? Some may view resilience as an inherent quality, a seamless part of one's personality. Alternatively, others might consider it a skill that requires development…
It’s a natural human tendency to steer clear of pain and seek out comfort and ease. However, interestingly, numerous studies have revealed that suffering and trauma can lead to positive long-term outcomes. Many individuals who experience profound trauma often emerge…
What do you understand about trauma? You likely recognize that when negative experiences occur, some individuals become trapped in those moments while others move forward. You may also be familiar with symptoms such as nightmares, heightened anxiety, flashbacks, maintaining emotional…
Taking Care of Yourself Limit Media and Social Media Exposure Following incidents of mass violence, media and social media coverage can be overwhelming. While it might be tempting to remain constantly connected, this can lead to increased anxiety. Aim to…
Incidents of mass violence, which result in numerous injuries and fatalities, have a profound impact on the entire community. Dealing with the aftermath can be incredibly stressful. You or your friends may have suffered physical injuries, experienced anxiety about the…
When frightening events occur or our lives are turned upside down, it can be difficult to find our footing and determine how to best support ourselves and our children. The way we organize our surroundings, whether at home or in…
When a mass violence incident (MVI) takes place, it inflicts devastating and harmful effects on various individuals and groups, such as victims (including those physically or psychologically affected, and their families), witnesses, first responders, media personnel, community leaders, and residents…
Have you ever been so paralyzed by fear that you simply dissociated from it all? Nearly everyone knows about the fight or flight response, where you react to a threat to your survival. However, there's also the lesser-known fight-flight-freeze response.…