It’s been a big year for dramatic news, and children (and even parents) may feel anxious or distressed as summer storm and cyclone season approaches.

The Triple P – Positive Parenting Program can help you support your child’s coping skills and resilience in the face of natural disasters. Here are some simple tips:

• Encourage a sense of being calm and prepared 
• Keep the emphasis on a positive, capable outlook 
• Help children understand, accept and deal with their feelings 
• Model ways to deal with strong emotions 
• Encourage realistic thinking rather than “imagining the worst”.

Read more in this Triple P blog: https://www.triplep-parenting.net.au/qld-uken/blog-and-more/blogs-and-news/post/recovering-after-natural-disasters-means-dealing-with-emotions-too/

Triple P is free state-wide thanks to the Queensland Government – visit www.triplep-parenting.net.