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How can I explain death to my child?

Children of every age experience death on a day-to-day basis. They hear it in the news, read in the paper, and experience it in their family and community. How much kids can understand about death depends largely on their age, life experiences, and personality. Be honest with your kids, listen to their questions, and allow them to mourn. It is not always possible to shield kids from sadness and losses, but helping them learn to cope builds emotional resources they can rely on throughout life.

In the Jewish Community

Whether it is on a personal level or within the Jewish Community, every child will encounter death in its childhood. Children are bound to hear about terrorist attacks, war, and violence, and it is the job of the parent to prepare their children to deal with the heartbreak appropriately.

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Resources

National Mental Health Association (NMHA)
http://www.nmha.org
NMHA works to improve the mental health of all Americans through advocacy, education, research, and service.

American Academy of Child & Adolescent Psychiatry (AACAP)
http://www.aacap.org
AACAP offers up-to-date information on child and adolescent development and issues.

American Psychological Association (APA)
http://www.apa.org
The APA provides information and education about a variety of mental health issues for people of all ages.

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