How to respond to a child's questions about death
How to respond to a child's questions about death
Questions about what death is, all children ask. The difference is only in the age at which this subject begins to interest the child. Some parents try to laugh, others - to calm, the third category of adults begins to talk too much information.
Instructions
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The main thing that all parents should understand is the questionthe child of death is inevitable, so it is worthwhile to think over your own behavior and answers in advance. If the interest in this topic has arisen at an early age, then there are certain reasons for this, which will not be superfluous to find out. It is likely that the child just heard the incomprehensible word "death" or saw a dead animal.
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If you feel that the child is afraid of death, thenin any case you can not calm him with the phrases "you will never die", "I will never die" and similar remarks. Try to explain that life and death are natural processes. Man is born, lives, grows old and dies. Think of a legend that after death people become animals, insects and remain close to their loved ones.
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Do not be silent. Many parents believe that children do not need information about death to a certain age. This opinion is erroneous. The earlier a child begins to understand serious topics, the easier it will be to adapt to the events that occur.
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Do not try to describe the subject in more detail.death to the child. Do not talk about funeral ceremonies, cemeteries or other subtleties. Suffice briefly, but it is understandable to explain the causes of death - old age, illness, accident. Superfluous information can not calm, and frighten the child even more.
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Children's thoughts about death can lead to seriousmental disorders. Children begin to be afraid to be alone, sleep in the dark and even be horrified by the slightest nocturnal rustles. To avoid this - always be interested in the child's questions and talk more about his fears. During the conversation do not show your emotions, do not cry, but keep a calm tone.
