Chapter Chat, "Childhood Bereavement: How Social Workers Can Support Children and Teens in Their Grief"

NASW New York State

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The past two years have been challenging for our nation’s youth in unrivaled ways. Imagine how hard it has been for the children and teens who experienced the death of a close relative or friend during this time. Whether they are one of the 170k children who lost a parent to Covid-19 or because of the increase in overdose deaths, or they are being impacted by other losses, they are mourning during a complex time. The pandemic further complicated grief, prohibiting survivors from saying their goodbyes and from holding funerals and memorials. Social workers who have such clients in their care can be a beacon of hope during a trying time.

In this chapter chat, we will explore the ways that clinicians and educators can help their clients process grief by finding age-appropriate ways to acknowledge the loss and to make meaning from it. Furthermore, we will consider how their clients’ diverse backgrounds shape their cultural and religious beliefs and how social workers can cultivate curiosity and respect for the range of world views they may encounter. While the presentation will include the unique circumstances brought on by the pandemic, the tools and strategies shared can be applicable to understanding and supporting any grieving child or teen.

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Chapter Chat, "Childhood Bereavement: How Social Workers Can Support Children and Teens in Their Grief"

NASW New York State

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