How do you deal with grief at 11 when your friend drowned?

Answer 1

That's tough. Losing someone close to you is generally hard for most people at any age. All the talking or kind words don't make up for the loss. An adult will tell you that it will get better, but you may have a hard time believing that. Trust me, it will get better over time. Try not to think about it too much and try to remember the fun you had while you did have them in your life. That's all any of us really have when it comes to the loss of someone. You probably have other friends and will have more in the future. That doesn't mean you forget about the one you lost, but the hurt will go away and things will get better. As I'm sure the adults in your life have already told you. Sometimes, you just have to believe adults know what they are talking about. Don't hesitate to talk to an adult in your life about what you are feeling. Your parents, older brother or sister, priest, counselor at school, someone you feel comfortable with. Most of them will listen if you try.