Every grief has its own unique complications. Whatever the mourner struggles with most emotionally, mentally, physically or spiritually is that mourner’s grief complicators. But, for the thousands of mourners affected by the estimated 32,000 suicides a year in the U.S., the grief of suicide is uniquely complicated. For survivors, grief can be overwhelming and the healing […]

 If you are a parent or loved one who must tell a child the news of someone’s death: Tell the child in terms that he or she can understand that the person has died using age appropriate language. “Susie was very sick, and her body couldn’t go on working, so she died.” “Your mom was […]

The right to be treated as interested and affected persons, not as pawns or possessions. The right to love each parent, without feeling guilt, pressure or rejection. The right to love, care, discipline and protection from both parents. The right not to be asked to choose sides or decide where they want to live. The […]