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- Remain Calm
- Lay a foundation for open communication
- Be honest & Accurate
- Be reassuring
- Be Empathic and don’t dismiss their fears
- Keep information age appropriate
- Create a safety Plan
- If you child is receiving treatment keep it consistent
- Be flexible with school and chore schedule
- Keep schedule and routines Normal
- Avoid blame and look out for stigma
- Encourage social interaction
- Make a list of activities you enjoy or plan to do
How NAMI can Help
- NAMI Ending the Silence
- NAMI Basics
- NAMI Family Support Group
- NAMI Family-to-Family
- NAMI Helpline: 212-684-3264
- NAMI website: naminyc.org
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