Grief Out Loud

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  • Remember the last time you tried to talk about grief and suddenly everyone left the room? Grief Out Loud is opening up this often avoided conversation because grief is hard enough without having to go through it alone. We bring you a mix of personal stories, tips for supporting children, teens, and yourself, and interviews with bereavement professionals. Platitude and cliché-free, we promise! Grief Out Loud is hosted by Jana DeCristofaro and produced by Dougy Center: The National Grief Center Children & Families in Portland, Oregon. www.dougy.org
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Ciencias Sociales Hygiene & Healthy Living Psicología Psicología y Salud Mental
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  • Going Beyond Words: Supporting Children With Autism Who Are Grieving - Jennifer Wiles, M.A., LMHC, BC-DMT, FT

    Going Beyond Words: Supporting Children With Autism Who Are Grieving - Jennifer Wiles, M.A., LMHC, BC-DMT, FT
    Apr 25 2025
    In this episode, we delve into the grief experiences of children and teens with autism. Our guest, Jennifer Wiles, M.A., LMHC, BC-DMT, FT - Director of the HEARTplay Program and a dance movement therapist with decades of experience - joins us to discuss how children with autism process grief and how parents and others in their lives can support them. Drawing on her background in both nonverbal forms of expression and grief support, Jennifer shares compassionate, practical insights rooted in her work with families. This conversation is both timely and essential, especially during Autism Acceptance Month, as it highlights the importance of expanding how we understand and support grief beyond more traditional approaches rooted in words. We discuss: The importance of using direct, concrete language when talking about death Common misconceptions about how kids with autism express grief Why behaviors often interpreted as indifference may be expressions of deep emotion How sensory overload and disrupted routines can intensify grief reactions The powerful role of nonverbal communication—movement, gesture, rhythm, and ritual—in grief expression How social stories and structured activities can prepare kids for events like funerals Grief rituals for significant days like anniversaries and birthdays The impact of other losses, including changes in routine, missed milestones, and the death of service animals Resources mentioned: Toolkit from the National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG): A resource for supporting children of all abilities who are grieving Books: I Have a Question About... series by Meredith Polsky & Arlen Gaines Understanding Death and Illness and What They Teach About Life by Catherine Faherty A Kids Book About Grief by Brennan Wood HEARTplay Program: Free downloadable social stories and grief support Have feedback or a story to share? Email us at griefoutloud@dougy.org Visit dougy.org for grief support resources, activity sheets, and past episodes.
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    44 m
  • When Grief Comes Home - Parenting & Grief

    When Grief Comes Home - Parenting & Grief
    Apr 17 2025
    Grief often arrives without warning and changes everything we thought we knew about ourselves, our families, and the world around us. In this episode, we talk with Erin Nelson and Colleen Montague about their new book, When Grief Comes Home, a resource created from years of both personal loss and professional experience supporting families who are grieving. Erin, founding Executive Director of Jessica’s House in Central California, and Colleen, Program Director, discuss how they came to write this book that blends memoir, practical tools, and reflective questions. We discuss: Erin's personal experience with grief including the death of her husband when their children were just 3 and 5 years old, her mother from suicide, and her son Carter, who died in an accident The unique impact of sudden loss The power of rituals and expressive activities What teens really need when they are grieving Strategies for returning to school and work Activites and discussion starters parents and caregivers can use to connect with their kids Learning to trust yourself in grief Making space for the dark parts of grief while also staying open to moments of light and joy Resources & Mentions: When Grief Comes Home: A Guide For Living Through Loss While Supporting Your Child, by Erin and Colleen – [available wherever you get your books] Jessica’s House: https://jessicashouse.org/ Dougy Center: https://www.dougy.org/ 💬 Connect with us: griefoutloud@dougy.org 🎧 If you find this episode meaningful, consider leaving us a rating or review to help more people find Grief Out Loud. Grief Out Loud is produced by Dougy Center: The National Grief Center for Children & Families.
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    54 m
  • When You Lose Your Anchor People: Renée Watson & Making Space For Grief

    When You Lose Your Anchor People: Renée Watson & Making Space For Grief
    Apr 4 2025
    What does it mean to lose your anchor people? In a short period of time, Renée Watson experienced the death of her mother, her mentor Nikki Giovanni, and her childhood friend, Charnetta. Renée shares how these experiences influenced her latest novel for young readers, All the Blues in the Sky, which follows 13-year-old Sage as she navigates grief after the death of her best friend. Renée Watson is a #1 New York Times bestselling author whose recent book All the Blues in the Sky explores grief through the eyes of a young person. Her young adult novel, Piecing Me Together, received a Coretta Scott King Award and Newbery Honor. Her children's picture books and novels for teens have received several awards and international recognition. Many of her books are inspired by her experiences growing up as a Black girl in the Pacific Northwest. We Discuss Experiencing multiple significant losses in a short period of time The impact of losing "anchor people" in one's life How Renée's mentor and friend, Nikki Giovanni, supported her as she grieved for her mother The spectrum of emotions that come with grief Why it’s important to acknowledge grief rather than avoid it What Renée learned about grief from writing her main character, Sage. The comparison of sudden loss versus anticipated loss Finding tangible reminders of love after someone dies Connect with Renée Watson Website: RenéeWatson.net About Dougy Center Grief Out Loud is a production of Dougy Center, the National Grief Center for Children and Families in Portland, Oregon. For more resources, visit dougy.org or email griefoutloud@dougy.org.
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    39 m
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