Share your feelings with a trusted friend. When parents do not deal well with their own feelings, children may suffer longer and more intensely. Share your grief over the disaster. This helps your child express feelings, too. Make explanations simple for young children.
Children often express fear and anger through their play.
Acknowledge their feelings as okay. Hold and comfort your child. Children generally accept your religious beliefs. These beliefs may be comforting now. Together, take these questions to a religious leader who can help you find answers, strengthening both your faith and your family.