Children may grasp at any control which they can have. Anger Anger is not an unusual reaction. Unfortunately, anger is often expressed to those with whom children are most secure. Children may be angry at people in other countries for their acts of terrorism. Children should be allowed to express their feelings during this time.
Terrorism interrupts the natural order of things.
It is very unsettling. Stability is gone, and this is very threatening. It can destroy trust and upset balance and a sense of security. Uncertainty Children who have relatives or friends living in New York or Washington will be concerned that they do not know if their loved ones are safe. The lack of information over the next several days will only increase the uncertainty.