Major incidents such as the COVID-19 pandemic can have impacts on mental health and wellbeing. It is normal for children and young people to show signs of distress. Common reactions include:

• fear and anxiety

• anger and frustration

• confusion

• sadness

• denial

Calm Kid Central offers videos, articles and 'cheat sheets' to help parents support their children's mental health. There is also a Help center where parents can ask questions and Psychologists give helpful, proactive suggestions. Families in Gippsland have free access to Calm Kid Central by using the code "FIRSTYEAR'.