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Teens And Grieving

Teens process and express grief in very particular ways. In the aftermath of two suicides at an Olathe high school, and while the shooting of Michael Brown is still a recent memory, experts shed light on how people at this sensitive developmental stage cope with profound loss. Plus, information on how adults in their lives can help.

Guests:

  • Tashel Bordere, assistant professor of human development and family studies, University of Missouri
  • Heather Fitzcharles-Keller, psychotherapist and adjunct instructor, UMKC and area community colleges

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