The killings of George Floyd, Daunte Wright, Philando Castile and others were filmed and photographed, testimony of their final moments. But these are haunting images that can scar and traumatize children, as can the media coverage that follows. This video explores ways we can protect children and youth from racial trauma.
Most people know the common five to seven stages of grief: Shock, Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, Testing, and Acceptance. Everyone experiences these stages in entirely different ways. This video provides useful information to consider when providing support to someone dealing with grief.
Video panel with child development, children’s health, and trauma-care experts to talk about ways families can support their children and one another to process racism, violence. (2020)
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Bridging and Belonging series includes a 2-minute animated video and downloadable curricula that dives into how social responses to collective anxiety are greatly shaped by the stories presented in places like schools.
Dr. Camara Jones shares four allegories on “race” and racism. She hopes that these “telling stories” empower you to do something different, and that you will remember them and pass them on. Dr. Jones is a family physician and epidemiologist whose work focuses on the impacts of racism on the health and well-being of the nation. She seeks to broaden the national health debate to include not only universal access to high quality health care, but also attention to the social determinants of health (including poverty) and the social determinants of equity (including racism).
Ever been in a conversation where you left with your heart racing, neck red, and you are ready to fight (or flight?). You have your amygdala to thank for that. When your amygdala is hijacked, this is not the time for a confrontation. It’s nearly impossible to connect with others when this is happening. Use this video to help students and staff understand more about anxiety and brain science.
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