http://www.bam.gov/sub_yourlife/yourlife_newsyoucanuse.html
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, U.S. Department of Health and Human Services
The news can be full of stories about unexpected or bad things like tornadoes or hurricanes, disease threats, bombings, kidnappings, and war. And the scary thing is — it may seem like these things are happening all around you, even in places where you feel secure like school, the mall, and at home. Seeing these things on TV or even experiencing them first hand (like being in a tornado) can cause you to feel uncertain, worried, or scared. These feelings may last even after the event is over. Here are some tips to understanding the news and what you see and hear.