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Learning Grief: Supporting Grievers with Disabilities

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Learning Grief: Supporting Grievers with Disabilities

Every loss experience is unique and effective support will look different based on the needs of the individual. This is especially true when it comes to kids and teens with neurodivergent conditions like Autism Spectrum Disorder, ADHD, sensory processing disorders, and Down syndrome, among others.

Learning Grief has developed a go-to list of communication starters, social stories, and non-verbal pointers to consider when supporting grievers with disabilities.

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