How Do You Help Children Cope With Death?
A death in the family is very sad especially if there are children who were close to the deceased family member. If not dealt with right this tragedy can have long term effects on the child. Talk with your child about what happened make sure to let her know that it is not her fault. Encourage your child to talk to others to especially friends at school and whomever she feels the comfortable with. If your child is able to talk, this will make her feel better because she will not be holding all of those feelings inside. Look into counseling and even therapy if your child is having a very difficult time dealing with death. This occurs a lot when the deceased is really close to the child. It could be a parent, grandparent, sibling, or even a really good friend. Write a letter to the deceased. This will help your child to say the things he wasn’t able to say before the loved one passed away. He can talk about anything he wants to, whatever will make him feel better. When the letter is done
