The Feeling of Fear - The Danger In Silence

In this week's episode of NAMI Maine Talks, join our Adult Education Team as they host our Halloween special! Want to set up a spooky attraction for your neighborhood, friends, &/or family? How soon is too soon to watch scary movies with your kids? Tune in & join the discussion! Discover ways to provide the feeling of fear, without the negative ramifications of experiencing truly frightening or traumatic events. Learn how to allow space for children to explore and understand what frightens them in a safe environment.
How do people react to being afraid and do you react the same way? What are coping mechanisms that help you when you’re afraid?
Hosts: Devon Gross (Special Projects & Data Specialist at NAMI Maine) & Hannah Woodman (Helpline Coordinator at NAMI Maine)
Bibliography:
Andrew, Scottie. “Do Your Little Kids Love Horror? They’re Not Alone.” CNN, Cable News Network, 9 Oct. 2022, www.cnn.com/2022/10/09/entertainment/child-horror-fans-scary-creepy-halloween-tiktok-cec/index.html.
Holmes, Mikayla. “Expert Says Early Exposure to Horror Movies ‘Potentially Traumatic’ for Young Kids.” FOX 59, 28 Oct. 2023, fox59.com/news/national-world/expert-says-early-exposure-to-horror-movies-potentially-traumatic-for-young-kids/.
Joyce, Amy. “Is It Bad to Expose Your Kids to Scary Things?” The Washington Post, 7 Jan. 2016, www.washingtonpost.com/news/parenting/wp/2016/01/07/matilda-and-the-challenge-of-deciding-whats-appropriate-for-kids-at-what-age/.
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