Managing family distress after the Bondi terrorist attack

Witnessing terrorist events is incredibly distressing, and it’s natural to be worried about your family’s wellbeing and safety after the attack in Bondi. If you’re struggling to cope, or you’re concerned about your teen, know that you don’t have to process this alone. There’s support out there to help you and your family cope.

In times of uncertainty and violence, teens benefit from the support of their parents and carers to help them to process their feelings and take care of their mental health. Events like this can have a big impact on our wellbeing, but there are things you can do to care for yourself and your family.

Below you’ll find some resources to help you support your teen to process their emotions, navigate distressing content online, care for your own wellbeing and access professional help.

Support resources for teens are available via ReachOut.