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Chalkbeat: After a spate of violence in NYC, here’s expert advice on how to talk with kids
April 13, 2022
New York City’s students have been through a lot lately. Chalkbeat spoke with Katie Peinovich, a social worker at the Child Mind Institute’s school and community program, who has helped New York City public schools implement trauma treatment interventions.
Peinovich discussed how to talk to children about traumatic events like Tuesday’s shooting, what signs to look for if they need more support, and how to help those who might be scared of riding the subway.
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Responding to Traumatic Events, Trauma and Grief, Treatment
Katie Peinovich, LCSW
Katie Peinovich, LCSW, is a licensed clinical social worker for the School and Community Programs team at the Child Mind … Read Bio
