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How Can I Help My Daughter Cope With the Death of Her Father?
My husband died about a year ago. It's been hard on all of us, but especially on my 14-year-old daughter. She's still so sad all the time. Is this ever going to get easier for her?
– Louise
The death of a parent is very difficult for anyone, but especially if it comes at a young age. As you probably know, recovering is a process that takes time. The thing your daughter needs to realize is that she doesn't have to be alone with her grief. Encourage her to talk about her feelings — with you, empathetic family members, adults she trusts, and friends.
If her sadness continues to linger or interferes with her schoolwork, sleep, or life, find a trained grief counselor who works with teens. You might also encourage her to attend a support group meeting where she can interact with and learn from other people who are going through similar situations.
For more information, check out these articles:
How Can I Help My Child Cope With Death?
Reviewed by: Neil Izenberg, MD
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