Alison Penny, CBN's co-ordinator, said: "Grief can make young people feel very vulnerable and being away from family and friends in a secure setting can make it seem worse. One young person told us: 'It's harder being locked up because you don't know who to talk or turn to.' Sometimes they can't go to the funeral and missing this chance to say goodbye and join their grieving family can be very painful."
Common reactions to bereavement, such as sadness and anger, can lead to self-harm, aggression or withdrawal - behaviour that can be difficult to manage in secure settings. Staff can feel anxious about providing support and worried about making things worse or about getting overwhelmed themselves.
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