Understanding Bereavement and Grief

What is meant by 'grieving in puddles'?

• Avoiding grief by staying busy

• Experiencing grief continuously without breaks

• Alternating between intense grief and normal activities

• Grieving only during specific times of the year

What can make a bereavement more likely to be traumatic?

• The time of year the death occurred

• The financial status of the family

• The cause of death, such as suicide

• The age of the deceased

How did Cara's brother's death affect her view of the world?

• She felt indifferent towards the world

• She became more optimistic

• She saw the world as a safer place

• The world became a scary place for her

What specific event might contribute to Wesley's traumatic bereavement?

• Losing a pet around the same time

• Having too many responsibilities at home

• Moving to a new school

• Not being able to say goodbye to his dad

What is suggested as a way to help Wesley cope with his trauma?

• Keeping him busy with schoolwork

• Ignoring his feelings

• Encouraging him to forget the past

• Maintaining communication and considering a specialist referral