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Helping a Grieving Child -
Questions & Answers
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Do children
blame themselves for the death of a family
member?
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Many children believe they caused the death of a parent
or sibling. The consequences of guilt can be deep
and long-reaching, so learn to spot the signs that your child
may be struggling with this powerful emotion.
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When is a
child too young to attend a wake or funeral?
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No child is too young--if your child is well-prepared
and well-supported. Meanwhile, adult family members
gather in a separate room to learn about children and grief
and to discuss issues of parenting a bereaved
family. At the conclusion of the group time,
parents and kids come together to complete a joint activity
designed to facilitate family communication about their
grief. A closing ceremony completes the
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Can a
preschooler understand the concept of death?
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Yes, with concrete explanations and language.
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Should I
worry about a child committing suicide after a family
death?
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Although uncommon, there are signals no
parent dare miss when it comes to an extreme reaction to
grief...especially among adolescents.
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