All children ask questions about what death is. The difference lies only in the age at which the child begins to be interested in this topic. Some parents try to laugh it off, others try to calm it down, the third category of adults begins to tell too much information.
Instruction manual
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The main thing that all parents should understand is that the child’s question about death is inevitable, so you should think about your behavior and answers in advance. If interest in this topic arose at an early age, then there are certain reasons for that, which will not be out of place to find out. It is likely that the child simply heard the incomprehensible word "death" or saw a dead animal.
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If you feel that the child is afraid of death, then in no case should you reassure him with the phrases “you will never die”, “I will never die” and similar remarks. Try to explain that life and death are natural processes. A person is born, lives, ages and dies. Come up with the legend that after death, people become animals, insects and stay close to their loved ones.
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Do not be silent. Many parents believe that children do not need information about death before a certain age. This opinion is erroneous. The sooner the child begins to understand serious topics, the easier it will be for him to adapt to current events.
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Do not try to spell out the subject of death to the child too much. No need to talk about funeral ceremonies, cemeteries or other subtleties. Suffice it briefly, but understandably, to explain the causes of death - old age, illness, accident. Excessive information may not reassure, but frighten the child even more.
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Children's thoughts of death can lead to serious mental disorders. Children begin to be afraid to stay alone, sleep in the dark, and even be horrified by the slightest night rustles. To avoid this, always be interested in the child’s questions and talk more about his fears. During the conversation, do not show your emotions, do not cry, but keep a calm tone.