Supporting children and families affected by the floods

The recent floods around the nation, and particularly in south-east Queensland, have had an emotional impact on Australians of all ages – including children. Early Childhood Australia has compiled a range of useful information and advice for parents and carers of children affected by the floods.

This not only includes children living in flood-affected areas, but also those who have been indirectly affected as a result of graphic imagery in newspapers and on television.

Their latest online issue of ‘ECA WebWatch’ addresses issues such as talking with children about grief and loss; dealing with emotional distress; recognising how children display grief and ways parents can support their children in the aftermath of a crisis.

You can read ECA’s compilation of useful online articles at this link.