As we inch closer to the last quarter of 2020, the pandemic continues to ravage globally. For billions of people across the world, the unprecedented spread of COVID-19 has resulted in widespread fears, anxiety and loss.
The silent sufferers amidst all the chaos that the novel contagion has unfurled upon us, are the little kids. They watch closely, as their world quietly shifts within the walls of their homes, face masks become a regular companion during those rare outdoors visits and meetings with friends and family members completely shift online. Parents, it is important to understand that your children can pick on your anxiety and stress.
Depending on their age, they may also begin to understand that there is a looming threat called coronavirus, which may make them anxious and scared as well. This is precisely why it is crucial that you answer the questions your child may have about coronavirus and what exactly is happening across the world. Your answers will not give clarity and help your kid stay safe during the pandemic, but also dissipate their anxious thoughts. Here are the answers to some of the questions your children may have: