The Coronavirus pandemic has come with a wave of anxiety and fear, especially impacting those who already suffer from anxiety. These are unprecedented, anxiety-provoking times and finding the right words to say to an anxious young person may feel daunting. We can respond to someone with Coronavirus-related anxiety through our words and actions, including modeling calmness, actively listening, validating feelings, knowing the facts, and helping the person to sit with their anxiety. This article provides extensive information on how to use your words and actions to communicate with your child or teen about Coronavirus.
