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Developmental Concepts of Death: Infant to 2 years of age

  • Have no understanding of death, but react to separation from caregivers and the emotions of primary caregivers.


  • Feel a sense of loss and react to it. May be more withdrawn and/or distressed than usual.

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Caring Connections
A Hope and Comfort in Grief Program
University of Utah Health Sciences Center

Caring Connections is sponsored in part by
The Ben B. and Iris M. Margolis Foundation

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