Psychology in Child Development: impacts on grief

Overview

Grief is a strong feeling of sadness that happens when someone loses a person or something important. It affects kids and teens differently because their brains are still growing and learning to understand emotions. In early childhood ages 0 to 5 children may not understand death is permanent, so they can feel confused, scared, or clingy, and may cry more, have trouble sleeping, or return to younger behaviors. From ages 6 to 9 children begin to understand more but may feel guilty and have trouble focusing or show anger or physical pain. In ages 10 to 12 kids understand death is permanent and may feel strong sadness, anger, or anxiety and may hide feelings. Teenagers ages 13 to 18 feel intense emotions and may withdraw, take risks, or question life. Overall grief affects thinking, feelings, behavior, and learning during development. This can impact relationships and school performance over time.

Awards (1)

• Selected for CWSF 2026

Competition history

• CWSF 2026 Health & Wellness

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