Saturday, December 15 2012 12:48 PM EST2012-12-15 17:48:01 GMT
The suspect in the Connecticut school shootings is Adam Lanza, 20, the son of a teacher at the school where the shootings occurred, a law enforcement official said Friday.
The massacre of 26 children and adults at a Connecticut elementary school elicited horror and soul-searching around the world even as it raised more basic questions about why the gunman, a 20-year-old described as brilliant but remote, was driven to such a crime and how he chose his victims.
CHICAGO (FOX 32 News) -
The horrific images have been on television and the internet all day. Children, most of them between the ages of 5 and 10 killed while they were at school--a place that's supposed to be safe.
Dr. Robert Shulman of the Rush University Medical Center says it may be a difficult conversation to have with your children, but you have to.
"If the child is aware talk about it...let them express concerns, tell them your concerns," explains Dr. Shulman. "Let them know you're gonna do whatever you can to keep them safe. That their school is safe and their teachers know what to do."
Shulman says if your child isn't talking about the massacre, pay close attention. If their behavior has changed and they're having difficulty sleeping, that child may have some anxiety about the shootings. Find out their fears and always keep the lines of communication open.
When your child is talking, parents should be ready to be a good listener.
"You drop the kids off thinking you're gonna pick your kids up at the end of that day it's sad because I just picked my kids up and some parents won't be able to pick up theirs," says Lester Barrett, a parent.
Some Chicago parents say they don't mind having the conversation with their children, but they just want violence against our children to stop.
"I can't believe something like that would happen," another parent says. "It scares me to death and I wanted to make sure my daughter was safe."
Thursday, May 16 2013 9:49 PM EDT2013-05-17 01:49:53 GMT
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Mayor Emanuel will celebrate two years in office by unveiling "Elevate Chicago" on Thursday, a series of construction projects to improve Navy Pier and McCormick Place.
Friday, May 17 2013 7:51 PM EDT2013-05-17 23:51:51 GMT
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
Illinois Gov. Pat Quinn must decide if he will sign a measure allowing the use of marijuana for medical purposes after the state Senate approved legislation on Friday.
Fitness guru and NBA wife Larsa Pippen showed how you can get long and lean for bathing suit season with help from her favorite Midtown Athletic Club trainer Diane Gillis and a pair of hand weights.
Fitness guru and NBA wife Larsa Pippen showed how you can get long and lean for bathing suit season with help from her favorite Midtown Athletic Club trainer Diane Gillis and a pair of hand weights.
Summer is almost here, and that means spending time outside, in the sun! Baby Gizmo's Hollie Shultz shared some sun safety tips to protect your little one's skin this summer.
Summer is almost here, and that means spending time outside, in the sun! Baby Gizmo's Hollie Shultz shared some sun safety tips to protect your little one's skin this summer.
Dr. Amy Brodsky, a dermatologist who founded and leads the Pediatric Sun Protection Foundation, shared four key ways to prevent sunburns and pediatric skin cancer this summer.
Dr. Amy Brodsky, a dermatologist who founded and leads the Pediatric Sun Protection Foundation, shared four key ways to prevent sunburns and pediatric skin cancer this summer.
Nutrition specialist, certified trainer and "Power Vegan" author Rea Frey says people can find the optimal foods to power our everyday lives and get in better shape at the same time – without a fad diet.
Nutrition specialist, certified trainer and "Power Vegan" author Rea Frey says people can find the optimal foods to power our everyday lives and get in better shape at the same time – without a fad diet.
Thursday, May 16 2013 11:45 AM EDT2013-05-16 15:45:45 GMT
Since National Dog Bite Prevention week begins next week, Good Day Chicago wants to help you learn how to protect yourself in the event of a dog attack and the proper way to say hello to a pup you don't know.
Since National Dog Bite Prevention week begins next week, Good Day Chicago wants to help you learn how to protect yourself in the event of a dog attack and the proper way to say hello to a pup you don't know.
Good Day Chicago's Kori Chambers will host the Campfire Ball for the third consecutive year this weekend. It's an event to raise money for kids with cancer. Co-chair Rachel Drescher explains how the fundraiser works.
Good Day Chicago's Kori Chambers will host the Campfire Ball for the third consecutive year this weekend. It's an event to raise money for kids with cancer. Co-chair Rachel Drescher explains how the fundraiser works.
Have you heard of acrobatic yoga? It's a new trend among all the "yogis" out there. Tatiana Sanchez and Phil Blaetz from Wicker Park's Nature Yoga showed what you can do in class this summer - and so did Dawn!
Have you heard of acrobatic yoga? It's a new trend among all the "yogis" out there. Tatiana Sanchez and Phil Blaetz from Wicker Park's Nature Yoga showed what you can do in class this summer - and so did Dawn!
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