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Coping · 6 min
Grief on your phone
Memorial pages, messages and staying safe online.
A lot of grief happens on your phone now. It can help a lot, and it can also hit hard. Here's what's worth knowing.
- Memorial pages and group chats let people share photos, videos and memories, and feel less alone.
- Lots of people write messages to the person who died, on birthdays and anniversaries. That's a healthy way to stay connected.
- You can find out about the funeral and ways to help.
- Hearing their voice in an old video can be precious. Save those somewhere safe.
Before you post about them, ask yourself
- Would their family be OK seeing this?
- Am I sure it's true?
- Am I OK with this being public forever?
If there's ever bad news, how would you want to hear it?
Tell your family your answer. It helps them get it right.
Why this helps
Most teens grieve partly online. It can help a lot, and it has real risks.
For ages 13 to 17.