JOHN KIRK-ANDERSON/STUFF Maureen Allen, left, Kathleen Liberty, and John Bangma are working to help children suffering anxiety and stress. Prime Minister Jacinda Ardern visited Wigram Primary School, one of the first to welcome Mana Ake staff, last Thursday. WHAT YOU CAN DO AT HOMELiberty recommends the following strategies for families whose children exhibit symptoms of post traumatic stress. Turn off the television and other devices – screen use before bed negatively affects children's sleep. Calm your child's sleep space: Highly decorated bedrooms, extra light, and stressful colours like red and black hinder children's sleep.

Source: Stuff March 10, 2019 22:52 UTC