It is clear that the current economic crisis has had an enormous impact on adults. It is impossible to shield children and teens from the news around them, or shield them from the fears their parents may be experiencing about the economy.
Here are a few links and resources I've collected about this topic:
10/5/08 Washington Post
Anxious Children A Fiscal Lesson for the Ages: For Some, the Economic Turmoil is a Grim Reminder of Past Crises. For Others, it Marks a New Fear
By Brigid Schulte
- "A survey of 500 U.S. teenagers released Friday found that almost 70 percent feared an "immediate negative impact" on the security of their families. "That's a gigantic figure," said Michael Cohen, a research psychologist who runs the opinion research firm that conducted the poll. "There's anxiety about this. And the anxiety is not just for the society at large, but for me and my family. I was quite taken aback by the scope of that fear. ""
Talking to Your Kids About the Financial Crisis
By Janet Bodnar
9/24/08 Wall Street Journal
When Tough Times Weigh on the Kids
Parent's Financial Problems Are Reflected in School Performance
by Sue Shellenbarger
10/8/08 U.S. News & World Report
Economic Crisis Takes Toll on Emotional Health: Experts seeing more cases of sleeplessness, anxiety, but they offer tips for coping
by Amanda Gardner
10/10/08 wral.com
Duke Prof writes children's play about economic crisis
Script: Play explains the economy
The New York Times Online features a video clip that gives an overview of how the current economic crisis is impacting teens attending a private high school in NYC. The clip includes interviews of students and an economics teacher.
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