Explaining the hostage release to children, especially those on the autism spectrum - opinion
So, how do we mediate such a sensitive and complex reality to them?
THE WRITER’S daughter, with autism spectrum disorder, looks at photos of hostages, including those who have been released. Parents, educators must provide children on the spectrum with appropriate tools for understanding, to reduce their anxiety, and mediate a difficult reality, says the writer. (photo credit: LIBBY BAGNO-SIMON)