Losing a Parent to Death in the Early Years: Guidelines for the Treatment of Traumatic Bereavement in Infancy and Early Childhood Book

The death of someone we love is the most painful emotional experience human beings can face. The effects of such a loss are even more profound when a child loses a parent. Losing a Parent to Death is a practical guide to the treatment of infants, toddlers, and preschoolers who have experienced the death of a parent or primary caregiver. The authors identify common reactions to loss in infancy and early childhood, explain specific complications in the grieving process associated with traumatic responses to sudden and/or violent parental death, examine assessment and treatment approaches, and offer vignettes illustrating children's responses and clinician interventions. The book also includes a directory of valuable resources. Losing a Parent to Death is essential for clinicians who work with young children and families, but it is also invaluable for teachers and caregivers seeking to provide emotional support to bereaved children.Read More