Families operate like societies, just in a smaller unit. When something happens that impacts one family member, everyone is affected and the whole system is shaken. As a consequence, the family will either adapt to the change and carry on with their rules and responsibilities, or fall into crisis.
Just like every society that has ever existed, families need support—financial, social and emotional—to help them get through problems.
Sothy Eng from the University of Â鶹´«Ã½ at ²Ñ¨¡²Ô´Ç²¹¡¯s College of Tropical Agriculture and Human Resources (CTAHR) (HDFS) asked CTAHR faculty members for their advice and insight to help provide support for Â鶹´«Ã½ individuals and families undergoing stressful circumstances due to COVID-19.
Together, Eng and his colleagues created a one-page resource, “,” which includes advice on family economics, intergenerational caregiving tips and social and emotional support methods. HDFS is eager to help people learn and benefit from their provided coping strategies.
“Family Coping in Challenging Times” is .
—By Sothy Eng
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