supporting children optional module c c-1r2mr option c
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Mental Health Continuum Model
Like you, your children will be require to adjust to the reunion and will experience a range of emotions
Expect some reacting (yellow) changes in mood and behaviour as during this adjustment based on developmental age and stage
ILLHEALTHY REACTING INJURED
C-2 R2MR Option C
Strategies for Supporting Children
Slowly resume old rules and routines
Be patient and let child set pace for reconnecting
Both parents spend one on one time with children
Avoid over-scheduling
Focus on successes, limit criticisms
Discuss separation experience with returning parent
C-3 R2MR Option C