Which Statement Is True About Children Grieving the Loss of a Parent

question 36

Multiple Choice

Which statement is true about children grieving the loss of a parent or sibling?

• A) Children grieving the loss of a parent or sibling suffer few physical symptoms after a few weeks or months.
• B) Many children say they actively maintain mental contact with their dead parent or sibling.
• C) Keeping the truth from children about an impending death can lead to increased resilience.
• D) Children report that they rarely think about the deceased parent or sibling after one to three years.

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