2019-2020 A Resource Guide to Grief Counseling

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How to Comfort Those Who Grieve (Child)



  1. Infancy: Spend time with the child walking, reading, talking. Spend some
    time with them away from the group.

  2. Listen: Be sure to have good eye contact. Use simple, direct words. Let
    them be mad or express other feelings.

  3. Explain Things: Give information about what's going to happen. Keep any
    promises made. Be as predictable as possible.

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