Issues Of Grieving Children
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- Living in the shadow of the deceased.
- Taking on chores, responsibilities, or identity of the deceased.
- Becoming invisible.
- Loss of emotional support.
- Protection games, keeping secrets.
- Being isolated.
- Not being included in family concerns, decisions.
- Fear of being afraid, weak.
- Loss of trust.
- Silence ( family rules: don't speak, don't rock the boat, etc.).
- Search for a new identity.
HALos's is deeply grateful to Darcie Sims for her willingness to share this info. with others. Darcie D. Sims, Ph.D., CGC, CHT/ Grief Inc./ 9016 Taylorsville Road #181/ Louisville, KY 40299/ (502) 671-0535/ Email: Griefinc@aol.com
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