Talking to children about death is one of the most tender responsibilities we hold as parents, caregivers, and educators. Most adults didn’t grow up with open conversations around loss.
The U.S. Surgeon General’s report on the mental health and well-being of parents, Parents Under Pressure, sheds light on these challenges and offers critical insights into how modern society can better support parents in their vital role.
I regularly receive calls from concerned parents because their child is lying. The reason: ALL kids do it! But all lying isn’t the same and all “lies” aren’t even lies.