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GAUGING

CHILDREN’S

RESPONSES

Not only do children react to death differently from adults, their responses are likely to differ from child to child. They may not withdraw, and dwell on the person who died Nit. instead, may throw themselves into activities. Often, families may think that the child "does not really understand-' or has "gotten over" death. Neither is true Children's minds protect them from what is too powerful lor them to handle. Children s grieving periods .ire shortened because thev cannot think through their thoughts and leelings like adults. In addition, children have difficulty putting their leelings jtsout grid into words. Instead, their N'hnvior "speaks" lor them Hy observing this behavior, adults c.ui gauge children's leelings aNuit the loss

Many people opt to have children take part in commemoration serv ices litis may help children deal with their grief. At MOSER El NEURAL HOME, our compassionate stall can guide vou in determining the best wav to provide an opportunity for children's participation Contact us whenever you need us. 24 hours a day, at (540) 347-3431 You are inv ited to tour our facility, with ample parking, at 233 Broadview \vc. Wanvnton.

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