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Prepare Connecticut
(and America)
The Greater Hartford Chapter of the American Red Cross shows us how to prepare for disasters large or small. Is your family prepared?
o Make a Plan o Get Trained o Build a Kit o Give Blood

Talking to Kids about War and Heightened Terror Alert 3-20-03
Dr. Julian Ford from the University of Connecticut Dept. of Psychiatry offers tips for parents and teachers when talking to children about war and terror alerts.

Talking to Kids about Tragedy 9-11-01
In the wake of the attacks on America, we have created this emergency document to help parents talk to kids about tragedy.

Talking to Children about a Disaster
Disaster is hard even for an adult to fathom. Take some tips from us when addressing children's concerns.

Helping Children Cope with Natural Disaster
World events are always a concern for parents. The recent tsunami tragedy in South Asia can be a topic of conversation and will prompt questions from children. Here are some tips on how you can help your children cope with such emotions

Children and Grief
Children express grief in different ways. Help your child to cope with loss.

Children and the News
The news is one thing parents can protect children from, however, more often kids are watching and hearing more than their years can handle. Learn about how the news affects kids and what you can do.

Stress and Pregnancy
The March of Dimes offers advice to expectant woman and families about how stress affects pregnancy and ways to help.

Posttraumatic Stress Disorder in Children
Even children experience posttraumatic stress disorder. Learn to recognize the symptoms and what you can do.

Planning for the Unexpected
Do your kids know what to do if you're late for the bus? Do you have a written will in the event something happens to you? Learn what you need and how to get it.

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