
Finding a Way Forward When the Tragic News Feels Unbearable
Horrific events impact everyone. The swaths of communities in close proximity to the incident, the individuals directly exposed to the tragedy and a vast number of additional people who are brought near by watching from afar. When confronted with harsh news and adversity, adults navigate a complex mix of shock, sadness, anger, disbelief, guilt and fear. Children ask tough questions. Parents wonder if they should protect them from the grim reality or explore the topic. A natio