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Specific Advice

Bereavement in children is often overlooked or belittled because the symptoms may appear to be some other disorder. When children are experiencing Bereavement, it is not uncommon for them to not recognize why they are upset. They may exhibit irritability, frustration, fears, anxiety, as well as more recognizable symptoms of depression.

It's important to recognize that your child may not know how to express feelings over a significant loss. The loss can be either human or animal and may occur from a move, not just from the death of a significant other. Bereavement can last for a long time or healing can occur quickly. Just as no two children are the same, so are no two losses. If your child is experiencing any of the above symptoms and there HAS been a fairly recent loss in their life, do not let an outsider convince you that your child has a more serious problem before consulting with a professional psychotherapist.

Treatment of Bereavement may be necessary if the symptoms are interfering significantly with your child's dialy life activities. A therapist can work with you and your child to better understand loss, the grief cycle, and what it takes each individual to heal. Your child's treatment should be a cooperative effort between you, your child, and your child's psychotherapist and doctor or psychiatrist.

If you have additional questions about your child, please submit an Advice Request to HouseTreePerson.