Vivid memories Real or fantasized images related to the death can intrude on other thoughts. Memories can show up as dreams or nightmares. This is very common. Children who cannot mourn the death during the day may have more dreams and nightmares about it. Sadness and longing Some children cry.
Some children try to hide their sadness to protect their parents.
Children may long for the loved one, become preoccupied with memories, or may carry an object that reminds them of the deceased. For a while, this can help the child deal with the pain. Anger and acting out Children may become very angry at death, God, or adults in general. Or they may be angry at themselves, and somehow feel responsible for the death. Some children believe they are responsible for the death.