Be Open to Sharing Every Detail with Your Child Regarding the Coronavirus
For children who have expressed concerns about the disease caused by the Corona Virus, be ready to share knowledge and information related to the illness with them. However, if the child does not express concerns about the Corona Virus, should you still share information with them? Mental health and psychotherapy experts suggest on Healthline that parents should discuss the disease with their children, even without receiving questions from them. It's very likely that your child has been discussing this issue at school with teachers or classmates. The fact that the child does not ask you about the Corona virus does not mean that this issue is not on their mind. The ideal way to share is to try to be open when talking to your child about this topic. It's even better if you can talk to them as you would with your friends. To achieve this, try asking reverse questions for the child to answer. Of course, this is just a communication style; make sure you've researched the answers beforehand. This not only helps you 'test' your child's knowledge about the Corona Virus for supplementation or correction as needed but also fosters a closer bond during communication with your child.
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Remind Your Child to Wear a Mask to Prevent the Risk of Corona Virus Infection2. Actively Listen When Your Child Shares Their Perspective
Engage in conversations to help your child understand the Corona Virus not just briefly, but with genuine intent. Make your child feel that you are seriously committed to providing them with specific knowledge about the disease for self-protection, even in the absence of parents. Speaking in this way does not mean creating tension or fear for your child in every conversation. Instead, apply active listening when your child shares their perspective and knowledge.
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Active Listening When Your Child Shares Their Perspective (Illustration)Ensure you have a correct understanding of the risks posed by the pandemic
When helping your child understand the Corona Virus, the principle is to answer their questions honestly and accurately. Therefore, you need to gather information about this disease from reputable, highly reliable sources.
Clean hands before eating, after hygiene or contact with dirty surfaces or going outside...
Use your hand or a tissue to cover your mouth when sneezing or coughing
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