2007-02-23 03:49:27 · 8 answers · asked by Amy C 1 in Arts & Humanities ➔ Philosophy
I still remember the look on my son's face when I answered that question. Then he asked, Are you gonna die too? I think you got some very good answers, the best being that his parents won't likely die for a very, very long time. Alleviate his fears by saying everyone will do their best to stay and take care of him. A five year old doesn't need a lot of details because that will just open up new fears. Answer as honestly as you can, without causing him to worry.
2007-02-23 11:52:48 · answer #1 · answered by Sunnidaze 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Well I can only answer this question based on experience. I have a fear of death which has nothing to do with heaven or hell. Although I would like my final home to be heaven but its just the death in general that I have a fear of. It has been a fear since I was very young (Im 21). I would cry at night and practically lose it. For this 5 year old I would suggest just letting him know that it has to happen to us all no matter what. I wouldnt tell him his parents are going to be with him for a long time as the last person commented because that can be a lie. Just sit down with him and try to help him understand the stages of life. I would also suggest to keep him very active because an idle mind is the devil's workshop. When I would not be doing anything that is when my mind wondered and the fear took place. Try to do activities with him to help him keep his mind off it. I had to learn to accept it even though I still have a few moments. I just think the only one that can take that fear away is God and being delivered. He is so young he has no full understanding so it may be a little difficult to break it down to him. I hope my advice helps.
2007-02-23 12:08:18 · answer #2 · answered by babyapple2004 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I actually remember going through this when I was a child. Just reassure him that it won't be happening for a very,very long time and not to worry about it right now. Do not lie to him.
Next comes the obsession with his own death (if it hasn't happened already) and my advice would be the same.
2007-02-23 11:57:01 · answer #3 · answered by lisateric 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Tell him this: More people die of sickness and old age than they do by accident or intent. Your parents are not sick and probably won't get seriously ill anytime soon. So, guess what's left? his answer. You reply: And that won't happen for a long long time. Most likely when you're old yourself.
2007-02-23 14:21:36 · answer #4 · answered by Sophist 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Expalin to him that people die, and it it to be accepted as a part of life. Once he accepts, the fear will go away.
2007-02-23 13:09:31 · answer #5 · answered by Rachael T 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Have his parents take off for the weekend while you take him. Tell him his parents are dead. Help him deal with it. When his folks come home, he will get a real shock, but then hopefully he will have gotten this out of his system.
2007-02-23 12:00:44 · answer #6 · answered by sm177y 5 · 1⤊ 2⤋
1 in 165 children have autism and most parent don't find out until the kid is older. obsession is one of the main symptoms.
2007-02-23 11:56:10 · answer #7 · answered by Dred 2 · 0⤊ 2⤋
How is this philosophy - try psychology
2007-02-23 12:49:24 · answer #8 · answered by Freethinking Liberal 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋