Talking with children about death and dying.

نویسندگان

  • S A Pettle
  • C M Britten
چکیده

This paper outlines the development of childrens' understanding about the concept of death, and describes common grief reactions. Using this framework, the principle elements of talking with children on such a sensitive topic are discussed. A variety of potential clinical interventions at individual, family and group levels are proposed.

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عنوان ژورنال:
  • Child: care, health and development

دوره 21 6  شماره 

صفحات  -

تاریخ انتشار 1995