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Be Gentle with Children Who Have Had Frightening Earthquake Experiences

After a major earthquake, frightened children in Kumamoto need steady, gentle care. The National Center for Child Health and Development advises adults to hold them closely, listen to their worries, and answer questions simply. Even when children regress, the story urges patience over scolding, offering a quiet path to reassurance.

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おおきい地震じしんがあると、こわくて心配しんぱいになるどもがたくさんいます。
国立成育医療研究こくりつセンターは、いま熊本くまもとどもたちのために必要ひつようなことを、ホームページにきました。
ホームページによると、できるだけどもを1人にしないでください。
心配しんぱいしているとおもったら、からだをやさしくいだいてあげましょう。
どものはなしをよくいて、質問しつもんにはわかりやすくこたえましょう。
どもはこわ経験けいけんをすると、いつもできることができなくなるかもしれません。でも、しからないでください。

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When a big earthquake occurs, many children become frightened and worried. The National Center for Child Health and Development has posted on its website what is necessary for the children of Kumamoto right now. According to the website, please try not to leave children alone as much as possible. If you think they are worried, gently hold them. Listen carefully to the children's stories and answer their questions in an easy-to-understand manner. When children have frightening experiences, they may not be able to do things they usually can. However, please do not scold them.

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