Do
not be afraid to talk about death with children. Kids are smart, and will
realize that things have changed. Be honest concerning your feelings as well.
Explain to children what will happen at the funeral or memorial service, and
answer their questions the best you can. Children of different ages grieve in
different ways. Explain things to them in an age appropriate manner. Assure
children that they are not going to die and that no one else is going to die
because this person died. Make sure children know that they didn’t in any way
cause this death to happen. If a child is having problems dealing with a death,
see a therapist who specializes in dealing with children and grief. Don’t wait
to see how it goes; make an appointment right away.
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