Navigating Grief: Supporting Kids Through Dark Times

Published: Feb. 15, 2024, 11 a.m.

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In this episode of the Celebrate Kids podcast, Dr. Kathy explores the topic of grief and loss in children. She discusses the challenges that kids face in a world where tragic events like shootings occur, and the impact it has on their mental health. The episode also highlights a new law in New Jersey that requires public schools to incorporate instruction on grief into health and physical education classes for students in grades 8 to 12. It is emphasized to address grief properly and provide students with the tools and resources they need to cope with life's challenges. The episode concludes with a discussion on the increasing prevalence of death among teenagers, mainly due to suicide and drug overdoses.

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