As the number of coronavirus patients is increasing around the world, the right and wrong information related to this virus is also reaching people. The same information is reaching your child as well. Maybe you understand the difference between right and wrong information but it is difficult for the child to do so.
At the same time, media and social media are full of various sensational news. They can also scare your child. Therefore, inform the child in such a way that they understand the right things without being scared. Let’s know how you can do this-
Avoid being afraid
Regarding ‘What My Child Thinking’, a book on parenting, says consultant and clinical psychologist Angrat Radkin, that the tone of your voice matters a lot when talking to children.
“To an extent we like horror stories but we don’t want to listen to them very much. To protect your child from the risk of coronavirus, in simple words, tell them in a simple way how the virus spreads and how to reduce the risk of it, like lots of cute bubbles washing hands.
According to doctors, the corona virus is spread by droplets of an infected person while coughing or sneezing.
Doctor Radkin says that it is very important to talk to children about how they can avoid it. For example, use a handkerchief or tissue while coughing or sneezing and then throw it in the dustbin. Can tell them about cleanliness.
Keep your details complete
Parents often face such situations in which it is difficult to answer the questions of the children. Such as war, terrorism, climate change, love education etc. Parents try their best to explain these things to the child in an easy manner.
Doctor Radkin says that children who are about to become teenagers are developing their ability to assess risk. So it is important to know how much they are worried about Coronavirus.
“Parents remember that before talking to the child about the corona virus, keep your information as complete as possible. Keep an eye on the advice being issued by the government.