Helping Children Grieve the Loss of a Loved One from Drug OverdoseHelping Children Grieve the Loss of a Loved One from Drug Overdose
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30:11•8 Nov 2019
Supporting Grieving Children: A Guide to Coping with Parental Loss from Overdose
“I'm a firm believer that for especially for children, but for adults as well, you know, there's a place inside of us that we always do not have the ability to access through words.”
Imagine being a child and losing a parent to a drug overdose. It's a heart-wrenching scenario that too many kids face today. In this episode of 'The Most Important Work', Dr. Jessica Black dives into this sensitive topic with bereavement counselor Christy Walter. With over 25 years of experience, Christy offers practical advice on recognizing and addressing the unique grief children experience in such situations.
She emphasizes the importance of allowing kids to grieve in their own way and discusses how tools like art therapy can help them process their emotions. The conversation also touches on the challenges these children face, including societal stigma and the silence that often surrounds drug-related deaths. This episode is a must-listen for anyone who wants to support a grieving child, providing insights on how to talk about death, offer stability, and use storytelling as a healing tool.
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