Teen grief: caring for the grieving teenage heart

What this book is about

Part 1. Understanding teen grief

Teen grief : "how big is it?"

Our personal histories : "How important is the past?"

Summary of part one

Part 2. Inside the grieving teenage heart

Shock : "What? No!"

Denial : "I'm good. I'm okay. Really"

Sadness : "I'm sad, and I don't like it"

Anger : "I'm seriously ticked!"

Fear : "Who's next?"

Loneliness : "Nobody gets it"

Confusion : "Leave me alone, but don't go too far"

Feeling crazy : "I don't feel like me"

Guilt : "This is my fault somehow"

Physical symptoms : "I'm falling apart"

Depression : "Whatever. I can't afford to care anymore"

Suicide

Wondering : "What's next?"

Hope : "I'm going to make it"

Summary of part two

Part 3. Practical suggestions for helpers

For parents

For teachers and coaches

For social workers, school counselors, and youth advocates

For clergy and spiritual mentors

Summary of part three

A personal perspective on grief and loss

Hints for group discussion

Caring for grieving hearts

Additional resources.