There are many reasons why healthy grieving can be especially difficult for teenagers. Some grieving teens may even behave in ways that seem inappropriate or frightening. Be on the watch for:

• symptoms of chronic depression, sleeping difficulties, restlessness, and low self-esteem

• academic failure or indifference to school-related activities

• deterioration of relationships with family and friends

• risk-taking behaviors such as drug and alcohol abuse, fighting, and sexual experimentation

• denying pain while at the same time acting overly strong or mature.

 

National Association of School Psychologists

 

 

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