Teenagers and bereavement

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This online workshop will consider the complexity of dealing with grief and bereavement during the teenage years, exploring ways to communicate with and provide appropriate support to grieving teenagers.

26 May 2023: 2pm - 5pm

6 July 2023: 9.30am - 12.30pm

22 August 2023: 9.30am - 12.30pm

19 September 2023: 2pm - 5pm

Who should attend?

Suitable for professionals who work with grieving teenagers, in whatever capacity.

Learning outcomes

You will:

Explore the world of the teenager and develop a deeper understanding of the struggles that teenagers face.
Gain an understanding of the theories of loss and grieving in relation to teenagers.
Recognise the diverse needs of bereaved teenagers.
Explore your own experiences of loss and the potential impact of this when observing the grief of others.
Identify ways to encourage emotional literacy in adolescents.
Gain information about Child Bereavement UK and other support organisations and resources available.

Cost: £45

We encourage prospective participants to consider their own experience of loss and how it might affect them during training. Our training is not usually suited to anyone who has suffered a recent, significant personal loss or bereavement.

For further information please email: [email protected] or call us on 01494 568908.

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If you are interested in attending this type of training but cannot attend these sessions, and/or you would like to receive regular emails that will include any upcoming Child Bereavement UK training, special events and conferences, please sign-up to our mailing list

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