Maria, 12 years: A bright life ends in the fight against leukemia
Maria, 12 years: A bright life ends in the fight against leukemia
Much, Deutschland - At the age of only 12, talented Mary has lost the fight against leukemia. Her parents describe her daughter as an extraordinary man who could deal with scissors, brushes and color before learning to eat with cutlery herself. Maria grew up bilingual and preferred to speak English before deciding on German. At the age of one and a half, she was able to learn the alphabet first in English and then in German. Their open and warm being attracted many people, but their perfectionism and their stubbornness sometimes burdened them.
Maria fought against the insidious illness three times and was twice victorious. Her third and last fight ended in Singapore, just five days before her 13th birthday. Her parents emphasize the courage and fighting spirit of her daughter, who has touched many hearts. They try to keep the beautiful memories of Maria alive instead of mourning the loss, such as 5min.at reported.
Coping with grief in young people
The processing of grief is a challenge, especially for young people who have lost siblings or friends. In order to offer this grieving youngsters support, the children's cancer organizes a seminar from May 30th to June 1, 2025 in the Hotel Fit in Much. The event offers a platform for exchange about grief and loss as well as the possibility of sharing memories and expressing emotions. Participants can find support and consolation both in calm, thoughtful phases as well as in active times. Information and registration options are available via the email seminare@kinderekrebstiftung.de as well as by phone at 0228/68846-21, as Kinderkrebstiftung.de informed.
It is important to understand that children perceive the death of a close person emotionally, regardless of their age. Adults often believe that children do not mourn or do not understand the situation, but the loss has profound effects on their daily life. Children are also sensitive to changes in themselves and in their environment. Support for grieving children begins with the serious perception of their feelings and their life situation. Children need care and affection to deal with their loss, soIt is important that the social environment is informed about death in order to offer adequate support. Mourners need time and space to mourn, even over longer periods. Support by grief companions or self -help groups can also be an advantage to make it easier to deal with grief.
Maria will live on in the memories of her family, and her story reminds us of how important it is to take grief seriously and offer support, be it through personal contacts or special events for mourners.
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