Dying, Death, and Grief

What is grief? Deep sorrow, especially that caused by the death of someone with whom and bond was formed.

Physical Signs of Grief Crying Sighing Headaches Loss of appetite Difficulty sleeping Weakness Fatigue Aches

Emotional Signs of Grief Anxiety Anger Frustration Guilt

Social Signs of Grief Isolation Acting Strangely

Educational Effect Lower Grades More Absences Stops turning in assignments Stop participating

Teens and Grief Much like adult but more dramatic Reckless driving Smoking Drinking Sex Suicide

Five Stages of Grief Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance

Do’s and Don’ts Don’t Avoid Them Scold Their Grief Empathize Do Be There Allow them to grieve Physical Reassurance Empathize