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How do I know if I should be worried about my child?

Danger Signs of Grief & Loss

Some danger signs to watch for in children who have been exposed to trauma through death, divorce, or destruction include:

* Loss of interest in activities the child used to like to do.

* Acting much younger for an extended period of time.

* Changes in sleeping and eating patterns (e.g., cannot sleep or too much sleep).

* Intense fear of being alone.

* Not wanting to be with friends anymore.

* A change in school performance.

* Intense sadness that consumes the child.

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