From ‘Young Minds’
Over the last week or two, many of us will have been watching events in the news with a mixture of shock and horror, especially those of us from – or with friends and family from – the affected areas. Even without a direct personal connection to the conflict, it’s natural that seeing all the footage coming out of Ukraine, whether on the news or on social media, may be taking a toll on us. It’s important to recognise this, even if we are committed to paying attention, showing solidarity, or seeking to help the victims.
If you’re a young person and it’s important to you to keep up-to-date, try to limit your news intake to 15 minutes before and after school, while also finding time for self-care. It’s a great impulse to want to help those suffering, and this is something you can look into if you’re able, but it’s also important to look after yourself. If you’re a parent or carer, have a look at our blog on how to talk to your young person about difficult news stories. Our love and support goes to all those who are being affected right now.
