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Child Concepts of Death

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | March 20, 2013

The loss of a loved through death one can be an extraordinarily difficult time for everyone in the family. For children, this can also be a time of confusion and fear. Depending on a child’s age, he or she may not fully understand the concept of death and not yet realize that death is permanent. […]

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Children, Grief

What To Say When Words Are Never Enough: Comforting Others in Grief

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | March 7, 2013

When someone close to you experiences a loss or tragedy, words are never enough. As a caring friend you may find yourself at a loss of what to do or say in the face of a loved one’s grief. During these times it is helpful to know that there is nothing that you can “do” […]

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Grief

Coping with Grief and Loss

By: Rochelle Perper, Ph.D. | February 8, 2013

Grief is a profound and universal experience. It is a journey where we remember our loved ones who have died and adjust to a life without them. During this process we have the potential to learn more about ourselves and work towards rebuilding meaning and purpose in our lives. When coping with a death of […]

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Grief