# Academic research on child resilience

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> Updated: 2026-10-11T02:00:00.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

Academic experts have provided frameworks for fostering resilience in children to mitigate the impacts of environmental and social adversity.

Mary McKay of Washington University in St. Louis emphasizes the role of family resilience in protecting children from the mental health risks associated with climate change, such as extreme weather and food insecurity. Her research suggests that preparing families before disasters and prioritizing emergency resources can mitigate negative outcomes.

Complementing this, Suzan J. Song of the University of Washington outlines specific parenting techniques to build psychological resilience. These strategies include allowing children to experience failure, teaching interpersonal skills, and encouraging the processing of negative emotions to help children learn they can recover from disappointment.

## Timeline

### 2026-10-11: University of Washington expert shares five ways to build child resilience

Dr. Suzan J. Song of the University of Washington shares five parenting strategies to build children's psychological resilience, emphasizing emotional processing and social connection.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/university-of-washington-expert-shares-five-ways-to-build-child-resilience

### 2026-09-24: Washington University expert links family resilience to child protection from climate change

Experts suggest strengthening family resilience can protect children's mental health and stability against climate-driven disruptions like extreme weather, food insecurity, and displacement.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/washington-university-expert-links-family-resilience-to-child-protection-from-climate-change

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