Children are dealing with a lot of different emotions in this current environment. Many may be worried that their family or friends may get ill due to COVID-19 or they may feel anxious or uneasy about socializing and everyday activities. That is why talking with children during these times is essential to their well-being and mental health.
Watch Huntington's How-To and learn essential tips in speaking with your child during a difficult situation. This special webinar is presented by Dr. Amanda Morales, Psy.D. and sponsored by the Huntington Learning Center.
During this webinar Dr. Morales discusses:
- The importance of talking with your child
- Things to take into consideration before you start the conversation
- Tips to use while talking to your child
- What to do after and how to follow up
- Resources available
We hope you enjoy!
Dr. Morales is a licensed clinical psychologist who works in a private group practice out of Somerville, New Jersey. She primarily works with children, teens, young adults and their families to address anxiety and mood disorders, trauma, and behavioral concerns. She also enjoys community work, where she has presented psychoeducational trainings and material for school staff, families, and students in the school setting. In addition to private practice, Dr. Morales works at Robert Wood Johnson’s Cystic Fibrosis Center as part of a multidisciplinary team to help address the needs of children and adults living with cystic fibrosis and their families.
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