River Valley High School incident

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Experts share how parents can discuss the incident with their children and allay their anxieties

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When talking to their children, parents should be non-judgmental and aware that children see the world differently from adults.

When talking to their children, parents should be non-judgmental and aware that children see the world differently from adults.

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The River Valley High School (RVHS) incident last Monday was a "wake-up call" for Ms Sarah Mahat.
One of her four daughters is a year younger than the 13-year-old victim, while another is a year younger than the 16-year-old alleged perpetrator.
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