The coronavirus and the news coverage around it can cause fear in children, youth and families. Fear can come in many different shades and degrees. Young people may be strongly affected by the feeling of being threatened. As they think about potentially frightening things, fear tends to become stronger. Also the body may start to react: a fast and violent heartbeat, an aching stomach, or intensive sweating. When scared, children may react by crying, by hiding or by aggressive behaviour. Fear can come out in many ways. When it does, children and youth need a safe adult close to them. Even if the fear is only momentary, they should not be left alone with their fear. When scared, children and youth need the experience that an adult can offer, as well as a safe environment in which to express their emotions. By sharing their difficult feelings with their parents, they can be reassured that they are not in danger, that it is not harmful to be afraid, and that they can share everythin...
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