Breaking Big News to Kids

Broaching sensitive topics is difficult with anyone. But when it comes to having hard conversations with kids, knowing exactly how to explain things such as tragedy, grief, or social issues can be a challenge. Some parents shy away from difficult conversations, while others tell their kids everything. And then there are the parents in between. But what is best for our children? How can we help them process heavy information? Here to join our conversation is Dr. Stephanie Marcy—psychologist, attending physician, and clinical associate professor of pediatrics at the Keck School of Medicine of USC.