Your questions
If you need to discuss something urgently, contact Childline (0800 1111) or if you’re over 18 speak to the Samaritans (116 123).
In emergency circumstances contact the emergency services (in the UK: 999).
Sibling Support is made by siblings, for siblings. Here we answer your questions.
You’ll find advice, information and animations relating to a number of key topics. If you have a question you want answering that isn’t answered here, message us.
We’ve collected a number of your questions and got people who have also experienced a sibling bereavement, health professionals and bereavement experts to try to answer them.
How do I deal with important anniversaries?
Significant anniversaries and life events, such as birthdays, going to university, or the day your sibling died can be tough.
What will going back to school be like?
You might want to go back to school immediately after your sibling has died or you might need to take time off.
What is a funeral?
Lots of families hold funerals when a brother or sister dies. They are a way to say goodbye.
How to cope with exams
It can be very difficult to cope with the pressure of exams and deadlines if your brother or sister has died.
Chatting with Julia Samuel about grief
Grief can be pretty confusing. Julia Samuel knows that all too well. As a psychotherapist and paediatric counsellor Julia has spent her career helping people, so we had a chat with her.
Resources
The resources are free and might help with your grief.
Read stories
Hear about others experiences of sibling bereavement.
Coping with grief
Find different coping mechanisms.