Publisher | Companion Press,US |
ISBN 13 | 9781617221897 |
ISBN 10 | 1617221899 |
Author | Alan D Wolfelt |
Book Format | Paperback |
Language | English |
Book Description | With this compassionate book by respected grief counselor and educator Dr. Alan Wolfelt, readers will find simplified and suitable methods for talking to children and teenagers about sensitive topics with an emphasis on the subject of death. Honest but child-appropriate language is advocated, and various wording and levels of explanation are suggested for different ages when discussing topics such as death in general, suicide, homicide, accidental death, the death of a child, terminal illness, pet death, funerals, and cremation. An ideal book for parents, caregivers, and counselors looking for an easy resource when talking to youths about death, this book can be used for any setting, religious or otherwise. |
About the Author | Alan D Wolfelt Ph.D. serves as director of the Center for Loss and Life Transition. He writes the 'Children and Grief' column for Bereavement Magazine and has appeared on The Oprah Winfrey Show, Larry King Live, and Today. He is the author of Healing Your Grieving Heart, Healing a Teen's Grieving Heart, and Understanding Your Grief. He lives in Fort Collins, Colorado. |
Publication Date | October 1, 2013 |
Finding The Words: How To Talk With Children & Teens About Death, Suicide, Homicide, Funerals, Cremation & Other End-Of-Life Matters Paperback English by Alan D Wolfelt - October 1, 2013
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