Grief counsellor Lianna Champ talks through her top tips for helping children grieve healthily...
When someone significant in a child’s life dies, such as a parent or someone who acts as a parent, their view of the world and sense of security are threatened.
The way we teach them how to cope with their losses in childhood sets a pattern for the rest of their lives.1) Be straightforward Trying to distort the facts of life and death in an attempt to soften the truth for younger children can inadvertently create a mystery around death which may then force them to use their imagination to fill in the blanks. This can add further confusion and fear.
By using straightforward language to explain what ‘dead’ means we are teaching children a truth: that people can die if their bodies stop working properly through illness or if there has been an accident. In the case of a suicide, it is ok to admit that we don’t always know why someone has died. The reactions from children can be challenging and unpredictable.Let your children know that you are there for them. Create a safe space where they can talk about their loss.
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