After a terrible experience, most survivors(幸存者) can be expected to recover over time, particularly with the support of family and friends. Some families will be able to return to their normal life quickly, while children will need time to recover from the loss of a loved one or a pet or from the closing down of their school.
Children often turn to adults for information, comfort and help. Parents should try to remain calm, answer children's questions honestly and remain understanding when they see changes in their children's behavior.
Children react（反应） differently depending on their ages and former experiences. Some will keep silent, while others will have bad dreams. Parents should watch each child's reactions, spend time talking，letting them know that it's OK to ask questions and to share their worries. Although it may be hard to find time to have these talks, parents can use regular family mealtimes or bedtimes for them. They should answer questions honestly and ask their children for their opinions and ideas. Issues may come up more than once and parents should remain patient when you answer the questions again. For young children, parents, after talking, might read a favorite story or have a family activity to help them calm down. Parents should also tell children they are safe and spend more time with them. They could play games outside or read together indoors. Most importantly, be sure to tell them you love them.
