Children sometimes participate in situations that are difficult for them, then it is difficult for them to cope with what is new different and unknown.

If you know that your child may have witnessed a situation that is difficult for him or her, you can start a conversation with him or her at home as follows:
“I heard about what happened at your school… what do you think about it?”,
“What do others know about it? Have you talked about it?”.

When talking to your child:

Remain calm, do not panic.
Take the child’s messages seriously, do not underestimate them. Children may perceive reality differently from adults, sometimes the child’s fantasy world gets mixed up with the real world. It is then worthwhile to make the child’s anxieties and fears more real.
Don’t send the child away, don’t say “I don’t have time”, “I’m busy”, such messages make the child feel rejected, that he has to deal with the problem himself.
Provide a calm environment for conversation.
Respect the child’s emotions, sometimes children feel more strongly about what is happening.
Provide emotional support for the child.

“I understand that you are experiencing this situation …”

“I can see how difficult this is for you …”

Listen carefully, focus on what he says and how he says it.
Don’t entertain, cheer up or make jokes – the child has the right to feel and experience situations in his own way. Joking about difficult situations can make the child withdraw and not want to talk about it anymore.
Share your feelings and thoughts about the topic you are discussing. Remember don’t judge or criticize.

You can show that in you this situation also arouses emotions.
Be patient and empathetic, give the child as much time as he needs to share his anxieties and difficulties with you.
Honesty is valuable and builds a good relationship and bond with your child.
If it’s a good time talk about the consequences of such an event for that person, for their loved ones.
Remember that touch and closeness are also important, don’t be afraid to hug the child if he needs it.

If you think there is something disturbing going on with your child report to a specialist – for example, an educator, a psychologist.