As the mask wars rage on and delta surges, here's how to help children handle being the only ones in their classrooms masking up.
When Nicholas, 35, sent his son to third grade earlier this month, he did a lot of the usual getting prepared — buying back-to-school supplies, talking to his son about the friends and teachers he was excited to see again.Nicholas, who lives in Texas and asked to be identified by his first name only because of how politicized masking has become in his area, expects his son to wear a mask in the classroom every day, but there is no mask mandate in their local school district.
So HuffPost Parents spoke to several children’s mental health experts about how parents can help their kiddos navigate that situation as they make their way through yet another unprecedented school year.“The polarization around masks, and other strategies for reducing transmission, has been so challenging and confusing for parents and kids,” said child psychiatrist Dr.
“It’s important to be matter-of-fact,” said Egger, adding that you should refuse to treat mask-wearing like a big deal in your home and among your family. Explain to your kids that putting on a mask is simply something your family does to get ready in the morning, like brushing your teeth or putting on shoes.Keep it positive. Tell your child things like: “We wear masks to keep each other safe. When we wear masks, the virus can’t pass from person to person,” Egger urged.
Hopefully, your child won’t encounter any negativity around masking up, but it’s a good idea to prepare for the possibility. “Work out a coping plan that they can use if they feel anxious or embarrassed — for example, take a deep breath and remember that it’s OK to make a different choice,” said Henin. “Go and find a friend who doesn’t care if I wear a mask and spend time with them.”
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