Supporting children and parents after a traumatic event 

Following the tragic incident at Sheffield Arena this weekend, parents may find the sessions and resources below useful. 

Sheffield Talking Therapies are hosting dedicated sessions for anyone who has been affected. These free NHS sessions are an opportunity to learn techniques to help you look after yourself after witnessing a traumatic event. 

No need to register, just turn up. You can join the meetings here: 

• Thursday 2 November, 7pm to 8pm: Click here to join the meeting
• Friday 3 November session, 10am to 10:45am: Click here to join the meeting

Helpful advice for parents

Our Healthy Minds experts have put together some tips for parents supporting children which you can download as PDF.

• NHS.uk – Coping with stress following a major incident
• BBC Bitesize – Is my child showing signs of trauma?
• Child Mind Institute – Helping Children Cope after a Traumatic Event 

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