GRIEF RECOVERY FOR TEENS

In a recent study of 1,000 high school students, 90 percent indicated experiencing the death of a loved one.

When we lose someone we love or are close to, we may feel a number of emotions—sadness, anger, loneliness, fear. These are all normal feelings, and it's important to have someone to talk to, whether it's a family member, friend, or counselor. But grief also affects the body. That's because the brain and body are much more connected than we might think.

In this compassionate guide, readers will discover how the mind can affect the way we feel physically, and discover skills to help the body heal after experiencing loss. They'll also find ways to relieve feelings of anxiety and confusion that can make physical symptoms worse, and finally begin the healing process.

Coral Popowitz, MSW, is executive director of Children's Grief Connection and has established a private practice working with children and families. She's presented at regional, national, and international conferences on the subjects of trauma and grief. Popowitz resides in Willow River, MN.