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When Children Lose Siblings, They Face an Increased Risk of Death

By Aaron E. Carroll — 2017

Of all the possible tragedies of childhood, losing a sister or brother to early death is almost too awful to contemplate. Yet it is startlingly common.

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Grief After the Death of a Sibling

The impact of the death of a person in some relationships does not always receive the attention it deserves. Siblings are often referred to as the “forgotten grievers.”

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Loss of a Sibling

While everyone will experience the loss of a loved one at some time in his or her life, and no loss is easy, losing a brother or sister is especially difficult because of the bond formed between siblings. More research and attention is now being placed on the sibling grieving experience.

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The Death of a Sibling: ‘It Makes No Sense and Never Will’

When the poet Joanne Limburg’s brother killed himself, she simply couldn’t accept it. Christina Patterson, whose sister also suddenly died, finds out how she coped

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Siblings & Grief: 10 Things Everyone Should Know

I’m an expert on siblings and grief. Not because I’m a psychologist who specializes in grief. No. I am an expert because I have lost two of my sisters.

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Grieving the Death of a Sibling

The other day I asked our Facebook community to suggest resources for people who’ve experienced the death of a sibling. Although some were able to make recommendations, many were quick to point out their struggle to find help and support for their loss.

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A Complicated Burden

There was nothing Sandy Boucher could have done to prevent the tragedy. Yet decade after decade, she has carried the burden of guilt. This is a meditation on living with what cannot be undone.

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Sibling Suicide: An Avalanche on Life's Path

Sibling suicide threatens future potential, but doesn't have to destroy it.

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When a Sibling Dies by Suicide

Samantha recounts the grief she experienced after losing her brother to suicide.

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Sibling Suicide Survivors: The "Forgotten Mourners"

Suicide-bereaved siblings suffer intensely. They also tend to suffer invisibly.

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When a Sibling Dies

The plight of siblings who have lost a major part of their life.

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