Explaining a Substance Related Death to Children
In the event of a death due to Substance Misuse, children may not receive the support they need to understand and
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Supporting Infants & Toddlers Whose Families are Affected by Addiction
Navigating a family member’s substance use disorder can be challenging at any age. However, child development theory and research tell us
My Grief Is Like the Ocean: A Story for Children Who Lost a Parent to Suicide
Children grieving a parent’s death to suicide may find themselves wading through complex emotions, grief responses, and questions. As support professionals
Grief by Age: Infants & Toddlers (Age 0-3)
Developmental Stage: During these first two years, children’s development is focused on creating an attachment bond with primary caregiver/s. These bonds
Grief by Age: Preschool Children (Age 3-5)
Developmental Stage: During this preschool age, children develop social/emotional/moral reasoning, engage in imaginative and fantasy play, understand cause and effect, can
Grief by Age: Elementary School Children (Age 5-11)
Developmental Stage: During the elementary school age range, children are developing cognitive, social, emotional, and moral reasoning. Children will begin to
Grief by Age: Middle School Youth (Age 11-13)
Developmental Stage: During the middle school years, pre-teens may experiment with different roles/identities and try to separate that identity from the
Grief by Age: High School Teens (Age 13-18)
Developmental Stage: During their high school years, teenagers will experiment with different roles and priorities, develop a distinct identity, and may
Grief by Age: Young Adults (Age 18-Mid 20s)
Developmental Stage: Young adults start to consider plans for independence, post-secondary education, and career goals. Social maturity and intimate relationships may