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Stress, grief & difficult events

How to talk to children about death and loss · Signs of trauma after a disaster, accident or frightening news · Moving house, new school and big changes

6-9 Years Stress, grief & difficult events Guide(1 items)

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Crying & soothing · Anger & tantrums · Listening, limits & cooperation · Hitting, biting & aggression · Understanding & managing feelings · Fears & anxiety

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