In these uncertain times, many families are experiencing social distancing blues which is particularly harder for our kids. Young people are missing their friends, normal routine, and don’t have a sympathetic listener to share their feelings and problems with. As a parent, it can be difficult to tell the difference between sadness and depression – especially for children who may already experience ordinary ups and downs. I find it helpful to ask questions, lend an empathetic ear to their concerns, remembering our own emotional volatility as a child/teen and reassure them that their feelings matter, and you are there for them.
