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A Wrinkle In Time and The Thing About Jellyfish are both alike because in A Wrinkle In Time the main character gos on a journey to find her father. In The Thing About Jellyfish the main character tries to go to Australia to find a scientist that was an expert on jellyfish.

-lilah O

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The lyrics “Easy On Me” are a mix of the despair, loss, and hopefulness Adele experienced during the time. And i think that Suzy would have this song on her playlist because she lost her best friend and is in a bad place and grief and despair.

-Maliha Karim

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The Land of Stories and The Thing about Jellyfish are both alike in their main topics and events. In both books the main character is overwhelmed and tries to find a solution to leave home to fix their problems.

-Leo Mena

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This article is about how to run away from home, which connects to our book because in our Book Suzy wants to run away from home and plans to get on a plane to Australia

-Lilah O

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Running away is a major decision. You may need some time to think about whether you want to "run" or not. There are many reasons why young people would want to run away from home-some of them good, and some of them not so good. Remember to think of the bad things that can happen. Probably the most important thing for young people to understand is that running away is a lot harder, and a lot less glamorous, than you may think. There are cold, sleepless nights; there is danger and hunger; there is a general sense of being lost and not knowing where you need to go. That being said, there may be legitimate reasons for wanting to run away. Read this article to help you weigh the consequences, and get a head start if you end up deciding that's the right call for you.

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Is money really essential to run away?

Yes. You need it to pay for things like public transport, food, and entering some public places (e.g. public pools or gyms). In addition, costs can come up when you don't expect them to, like having to pay money to stay a night in a homeless shelter, or losing your water bottle and having to buy a new one. Being without money is going to make survival and getting around (as well as many emergency situations) much, much harder.

Can I still go to school if I run away from home?

You can go to school, but it is likely that your teachers or administrators will report your presence and return you back home.

What if it is temporary so that I can see how much they really miss me?

Don't run away solely to gauge the reactions of your family. Running away is not something to be taken lightly - you can easily get into unsafe situations, and potentially end up dead or permanently traumatized, which really isn't worth just trying to see if your family would miss you. If you're struggling with your family situation and feel rejected or unloved, talk to them about it using "I" statements, or if that's really not possible, seek out the help of a trusted adult or mental health professional (especially if you're being abused). There are undoubtedly other options to solve the situation that don't involve putting yourself in danger.

Is there any help if I don't have money or a credit card?

Try to borrow money from a friend. The easiest option would be to not run away, but if you're suffering abuse, contact social services through a trusted adult.

Visit http://www.1800runaway.org or call 1-800-786-2929 (1-800-RUN-AWAY) to talk about your specific situation and options you have. If your situation is abusive, dysfunctional, related to substance issues, related to your relationship, or anything else, it's good to have someone to talk to before going on your own.

Things You'll Need

Medication/bandages (bring meds for sickness only)

Coat

Money (preferably $50 or more)

Food (non-perishable). If you bring some fruit or bread make sure to eat it in the first two weeks.

Clothing (at least 2 outfits)

Water (keep the bottle to refill, you can fill it up whenever you come to a stream or water fountain to save money)

Flashlight (with an extra pair of batteries)

Matches/lighters

Blankets

Pocket knife (Only use if needed)

Deodorant

Toothbrush/toothpaste

Toilet paper

Entertainment (a book, a handheld game console, or a laptop with a place to charge it.) If you do decide to bring something electronic, make sure you always keep it with you, so it doesn't get stolen.

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The Thing About Jellyfish and We Where Liars are similar since they both mourn their dead friends for a long time and both don’t believe it when their friends died because they are left in shock and crying.

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The character her Suzy would have put this song on her playlist because some of the lyrics actually refers to Suzy when Franny was still alive and was changing and instead of hanging out with Suzy she was hanging out with the popular girls which and telling her if she looks okay. Also the lyrics also said that which would be a perfect song for Suzy.

-Luis Perez

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-Luis Perez

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I think that this video relates to the book The Thing About Jellyfish because in this clip the girls best friend just died and later in the show she is grieving over his death just like how Suzy was grieving over Franny when she died.

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-Leo Mena

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This video is about Depression and how you can spot it. I would give this to Suzy’s mom so she can diagnose if Suzy actually has depression. This connects to our book since Suzy might have depression yet nobody knows or cares.

-Leo Mena

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-Leo Mena

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Selective mutism is an anxiety disorder where a person is unable to speak in certain social situations, such as with classmates at school or to relatives they do not see very often.
It usually starts during childhood and, if left untreated, can persist into adulthood.

A child or adult with selective mutism does not refuse or choose not to speak at certain times, they're literally unable to speak.

The expectation to talk to certain people triggers a freeze response with feelings of anxiety and panic, and talking is impossible.

In time, the person may learn to anticipate the situations that provoke this distressing reaction and do all they can to avoid them.

However, people with selective mutism are able to speak freely to certain people, such as close family and friends, when nobody else is around to trigger the freeze response.

Selective mutism affects about 1 in 140 young children. It's more common in girls and children who have recently migrated from their country of birth.

Signs of selective mutism

Selective mutism can start at any age, but most often starts in early childhood, between age 2 and 4. It's often first noticed when the child starts to interact with people outside their family, such as when they begin nursery or school.

The main warning sign is the marked contrast in the child's ability to engage with different people, characterised by a sudden stillness and frozen facial expression when they're expected to talk to someone who's outside their comfort zone.

They may avoid eye contact and appear:

nervous, uneasy or socially awkward

rude, disinterested or sulky

clingy

shy and withdrawn

stiff, tense or poorly co-ordinated

stubborn or aggressive, having temper tantrums when they get home from school, or getting angry when questioned by parents

More confident children with selective mutism can use gestures to communicate - for example, they may nod for "yes" or shake their head for "no".

But more severely affected children tend to avoid any form of communication - spoken, written or gestured.

Some children may manage to respond with a few words, or they may speak in an altered voice, such as a whisper.

What causes selective mutism

Experts regard selective mutism as a fear ( phobia) of talking to certain people. The cause is not always clear, but it's known to be associated with anxiety.

The child will usually have a tendency to anxiety and have difficulty taking everyday events in their stride.

Find out more about anxiety in children.

Many children become too distressed to speak when separated from their parents and transfer this anxiety to the adults who try to settle them.

If they have a speech and language disorder or hearing problem, it can make speaking even more stressful.

Some children have trouble processing sensory information such as loud noise and jostling from crowds - a condition known as sensory integration dysfunction.

This can make them "shut down" and be unable to speak when overwhelmed in a busy environment. Again, their anxiety can transfer to other people in that environment.

When mutism occurs as a symptom of post-traumatic stress, it follows a very different pattern and the child suddenly stops talking in environments where they previously had no difficulty.

Another misconception is that a child with selective mutism is controlling or manipulative, or has autism. There's no relationship between selective mutism and autism, although a child may have both.

Diagnosing selective mutism

Left untreated, selective mutism can lead to isolation, low self-esteem and social anxiety disorder. It can continue into adolescence and adulthood if not managed.

Diagnosis in children

A child can successfully overcome selective mutism if it's diagnosed at an early age and appropriately managed.

It's important for selective mutism to be recognised early by families and schools so they can work together to reduce a child's anxiety. Staff in early years settings and schools may receive training so they're able to provide appropriate support.

If you suspect your child has selective mutism and help is not available, or there are additional concerns - for example, the child struggles to understand instructions or follow routines - speak to a GP and ask them to refer you to a local specialist service for a formal diagnosis.

You can also contact a speech and language therapy clinic directly. Do not accept the opinion that your child will grow out of it or they are "just shy".

Your GP or local integrated care board (ICB) should be able to give you the telephone number of your nearest NHS speech and language therapy service or another specialist service that can help in your area.

Your child may also need to see a mental health professional or school educational psychologist.

The clinician may initially want to talk to you without your child present, so you can speak freely about any anxieties you have about your child's development or behaviour.

They'll want to find out whether there's a history of anxiety disorders in the family, and whether anything is causing distress, such as a disrupted routine or difficulty learning a second language. They'll also look at behavioural characteristics and take a full medical history.

A person with selective mutism may not be able to speak during their assessment, but the clinician should be prepared for this and be willing to find another way to communicate.

For example, they may encourage a child with selective mutism to communicate through their parents, or suggest that older children or adults write down their responses or use a computer. They may watch the child playing or watch a video of them speaking in a comfortable environment.

Diagnosis in adults

It's possible for adults to overcome selective mutism, although they may continue to experience the psychological and practical effects of spending years without social interaction or not being able to reach their academic or occupational potential.

Adults will ideally be seen by a mental health professional with access to support from a speech and language therapist or another knowledgeable professional.

Diagnosis guidelines

Selective mutism is diagnosed according to specific guidelines. These include observations about the person concerned as outlined:

they do not speak in specific situations, such as during school lessons or when they can be overheard in public

they can speak normally in situations where they feel comfortable, such as when they're alone with parents at home, or in their empty classroom or bedroom

their inability to speak to certain people has lasted for at least 1 month (2 months in a new setting)

their inability to speak interferes with their ability to function in that setting

their inability to speak is not better explained by another behavioural, mental or communication disorder

Associated difficulties

A child with selective mutism will often have other fears and social anxieties, and they may also have additional speech and language difficulties.

They're often wary of doing anything that draws attention to them because they think that by doing so, people will expect them to talk.

For example, a child may not do their best in class after seeing other children being asked to read out good work, or they may be afraid to change their routine in case this provokes comments or questions. Many have a general fear of making mistakes.

Accidents and urinary infections may result from being unable to ask to use the toilet and holding on for hours at a time. School-aged children may avoid eating and drinking throughout the day so they do not need to excuse themselves.

Children may have difficulty with homework assignments or certain topics because they're unable to ask questions in class.

Teenagers may not develop independence because they're afraid to leave the house unaccompanied. And adults may lack qualifications because they're unable to participate in college life or subsequent interviews.

Treating selective mutism

With appropriate handling and treatment, most children are able to overcome selective mutism. But the older they are when the condition is diagnosed, the longer it will take.

The effectiveness of treatment will depend on:

how long the person has had selective mutism

whether or not they have additional communication or learning difficulties or anxieties

the co-operation of everyone involved with their education and family life

Treatment does not focus on the speaking itself, but reducing the anxiety associated with speaking.

This starts by removing pressure on the person to speak. They should then gradually progress from relaxing in their school, nursery or social setting, to saying single words and sentences to one person, before eventually being able to speak freely to all people in all settings.

The need for individual treatment can be avoided if family and staff in early years settings work together to reduce the child's anxiety by creating a positive environment for them.

This means:

not letting the child know you're anxious

reassuring them that they'll be able to speak when they're ready

concentrating on having fun

praising all efforts the child makes to join in and interact with others, such as passing and taking toys, nodding and pointing

not showing surprise when the child speaks, but responding warmly as you would to any other child

As well as these environmental changes, older children may need individual support to overcome their anxiety.

Cognitive behavioural therapy

Cognitive behavioural therapy (CBT) helps a person focus on how they think about themselves, the world and other people, and how their perception of these things affects their thoughts and feelings. CBT also challenges fears and preconceptions through graded exposure.

Behavioural therapy

Behavioural therapy concentrates on helping combat current difficulties using a gradual step-by-step approach to help conquer fears.

Techniques

There are several techniques based on CBT and behavioural therapy that are useful in treating selective mutism. These can be used at the same time by individuals, family members and school or college staff, possibly under the guidance of a speech and language therapist or psychologist.

Graded exposure

In graded exposure, situations causing the least anxiety are tackled first. With realistic targets and repeated exposure, the anxiety associated with these situations decreases to a manageable level.

Older children and adults are encouraged to work out how much anxiety different situations cause, such as answering the phone or asking a stranger the time.

Stimulus fading

In stimulus fading, the person with selective mutism communicates at ease with someone, such as their parent, when nobody else is present.

Another person is gradually introduced into the situation and, once they're included in talking, the parent withdraws. The new person can introduce more people in the same way.

Shaping

Shaping involves using any technique that enables the person to gradually produce a response that's closer to the desired behaviour.

For example, starting with non-verbal communication, gradually moving to making eye contact, saying short words and then longer sentences and, finally, 2-way conversation.

Positive and negative reinforcement

Positive and negative reinforcement involves responding favourably to all forms of communication and not inadvertently encouraging avoidance and silence.

If the child is under pressure to talk, they'll experience great relief when the moment passes, which will strengthen their belief that talking is a negative experience.

Desensitisation

Desensitisation is a technique that involves reducing the person's sensitivity to other people hearing their voice by sharing voice or video recordings.

For example, email or instant messaging could progress to an exchange of voice recordings or voicemail messages, then more direct communication, such as telephone or Skype conversations.

You could also record your child at home and encourage them to watch or listen to themselves speaking.

Medicine

Medicine is only really appropriate for older children, teenagers and adults whose anxiety has led to depression and other problems.

Medicine should never be prescribed as an alternative to environmental changes and behavioural approaches. Though some health professionals recommend using a combination of medicine and behavioural therapies in adults with selective mutism.

However, antidepressants may be used alongside a treatment programme to decrease anxiety levels, particularly if previous attempts to engage the individual in treatment have failed.

Advice for parents

Do not pressurise or bribe your child to encourage them to speak.

Let your child know you understand they're scared to speak and have difficulty speaking at times. Tell them they can take small steps when they feel ready and reassure them that talking will get easier.

Do not praise your child publicly for speaking because this can cause embarrassment. Wait until you're alone with them and consider a special treat for their achievement.

Reassure your child that non-verbal communication, such as smiling and waving, is fine until they feel better about talking.

Do not avoid parties or family visits, but consider what environmental changes are necessary to make the situation more comfortable for your child.

Ask friends and relatives to give your child time to warm up at his or her own pace and focus on fun activities rather than getting them to talk.

As well as verbal reassurance, give them love, support and patience.

Getting help and support

Teenagers and adults with selective mutism can find information and support at iSpeak and the Facebook group SM SpaceCafe.

The Selective Mutism Information and Research Association (SMiRA) is another good resource for people affected by selective mutism. There's also a SMiRA Facebook page.

The Royal College of Speech and Language Therapists and the Association of Speech and Language Therapists in Independent Practice can help you find professionals in your area with experience in treating selective mutism.

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This song is about losing someone you love. And I think that Suzy would have this song on her playlist because she is going through the same thing that Lewis Capaldi is singing about in this song. Because she just lost her friend Franny and is going through a hard time.

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-Maliha Karim

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-Leo Mena

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Here's how to offer support to someone grieving after an unexpected death.

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Over the past several years, the husbands of three of my friends died suddenly at the age of 50. These experiences helped educate me on how to be supportive in the face of an unexpected loss. I couldn't imagine that I would ever be on the receiving end of such support. But that happened when I lost my son, Garrett, to suicide in September 2017.

Since Garrett's passing, I have been amazed at the generosity of my community. One friend paid to have my home's gutters cleaned and windows washed. Our family's veterinarian refused to let us pay for her pet care services for a year. Another friend gave us keys to her lake house to use when we needed to get away. Each spring, we find a hanging plant on our porch from parents of a friend of Garrett's. As brutally hard as it's been to walk this new path without my son, these actions have provided a glimmer of positivity amid my despair.

While people have stepped up to help after our loss, such generosity is not always a given in the wake of a sudden death - an outcome that many families are experiencing with the coronavirus pandemic, which has killed more than 800,000 people in the United States alone.

"Many bereaved people experience another secondary loss when friends and family run away after a loss due to their own discomfort," said Sherry Cormier, a psychologist and certified bereavement trauma specialist. Being present with a friend's grief in this situation can stir up anxiety about death, she said. "They think, 'That could happen to me.'"

Unlike a death that occurs in an older person after a long illness, with a sudden loss, "your world is turned completely and totally upside down; you're in complete chaos," said Camille Wortman, a professor of social and health psychology at Stony Brook University and author of "Treating Traumatic Bereavement: A Practitioner's Guide. "

Outside of the loss itself, one of the most painful experiences for grievers is that their friends and family may not be willing to help them through their grief, Dr. Cormier said. Rather than turning away, you can offer connection. Here are some ways to help a person who has recently experienced a loss.

With a sudden loss, the bereaved find themselves immediately inundated with new and mounting responsibilities. Helping ease that burden can be invaluable. Dr. Cormier suggested leading with language like: "I'd love to help. Does anything occur to you that may be useful?" If they don't provide suggestions, you can be specific: Ask if you can bring dinner, mow the lawn or pick up groceries. You can also provide a welcome distraction, offering to go for a walk with the bereaved or take them out to dinner.

Jerri Vance, who lives in Princeton, W.Va., lost her husband, James, a 52-year-old police officer, to Covid-19 on New Year's Day of 2021. "He went into the hospital on Dec. 7th and I never saw him again," she said.

Immediately following her husband's death, people in her community threw a fund-raiser for medical bills and funeral costs that raised $29,000. Friends and neighbors provided meals for a month and a half. Other friends helped her take down Christmas decorations. The principal of the school where she teaches third grade even showed up to clean her kitchen.

Ms. Vance said she appreciated all the prayers after her husband's death, but she was most buoyed by those who offered to lighten her load.

A study released in August by the American Psychological Association found that the loss of a loved one in a traumatic event can cause complicated reactions for those left behind, including prolonged grief. Other studies have found that people who have endured a traumatic loss are more likely to experience severe, intense and persistent psychological reactions, such as post-traumatic stress disorder, compared with those who have had an expected loss, according to Kristin Alve Glad, a clinical psychologist and the lead author of the A.P.A. study. In these situations, Dr. Wortman said, the bereaved can struggle for many years or decades.

"Time does not heal all wounds," Ms. Vance said. "There are times when I feel forgotten. Everybody goes back to their normal lives, and, for us, there's never going to be a normal life again."

Dr. Wortman suggested checking in periodically and reaching out during times when those who are grieving may be particularly vulnerable, like a wedding anniversary or major holidays. She has compiled a list of helpful websites and articles that focus on offering support in these situations.

Consider adding simple "thinking of you" messages to your to-do list. Lisa Zaleski, who lives in White Lake, Mich., confronted the unimaginable, first losing her daughter, Sydney, in June 2017 at the age of 23 in a car accident, then her son Robert in December 2019 to suicide when he was 31 years old. After her daughter died, a friend she wasn't especially close with sent her a text of acknowledgment every day for a year. "It felt like a tremendous amount of support," she said.

Nneka Njideka, a licensed clinical social worker in Brooklyn, N.Y., who specializes in grief, explained that those with more resources have "grief privilege." They may be able to take an extended leave of absence from work and afford a team of professionals to cope with the loss, for example. But she said that isn't the case for those who are low on resources - and people of color in particular - who, in addition to losing their loved one, may be faced with "living losses," like unemployment or food insecurity.

Calandrian Simpson Kemp, who is Black and lives in Houston, was working the night shift at a homeless shelter for women in 2013 when she got the call that her only son, George Kemp Jr., had been shot dead at 20 years old. "Everything you envisioned for them has been stolen from you," she said. It was too much to bear for her husband. When she broke the news to him, "he dropped his keys and never went back to work," she said. The family, which includes her daughter and stepdaughter, became uninsured as a result. She couldn't afford mental health care and at one point needed to use a food pantry.

"I felt that bullet was still killing my husband and I, because we lost everything that we had," she said.

Ms. Njideka said in these types of situations, it's important to help the bereaved network with the community and build a circle of supportive resources, perhaps to raise funds for bills and therapy. Ms. Simpson Kemp started a program, The Village of Mothers, to assist mothers who lost their children in finding the services they need.

It's helpful to just sit with those who are grieving and let them cry, Dr. Cormier said. Allow them to tell you the story of their loss and don't try to problem solve or give advice. After Ms. Simpson Kemp's son was killed, a woman from her church offered to drive her to the cemetery and simply sat with her there.

"She would just wait in the back and allow me to be still and silent in that space with George," Ms. Simpson Kemp said. She "showed me it was OK to slow down and put the pieces together to help make sense of what had just happened."

Try to be mindful to avoid minimizing the loss or encouraging a quick recovery, said Roxane Cohen Silver, a professor of psychological science, public health and medicine at the University of California, Irvine. She has developed a list of "don'ts" in the event of a loss, based on her research with hundreds of bereaved people. Never suggest that you know how grievers feel, even if you've experienced a similar type of loss; you can't possibly comprehend the depth of their grief, she said.

Other phrases to avoid, according to Dr. Wortman: "You're so strong," "You have so much to be thankful for" and "Everything will be OK," along with religious platitudes like, "It's part of God's plan" or "He's in a better place."

Ms. Vance said it's best not to make empty promises. Some of her friends promised her children pedicures and an outing to get ice cream, yet no one followed through. Her kids were hurt. "When you promise something, you've got to follow up with it," she said.

In the case of a death by suicide, it may be even harder to know what to say or how to help, since stigma can be an issue. Doreen Marshall, a psychologist with the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, said loss survivors often feel an incredible amount of guilt and may assume responsibility for what happened. Dr. Marshall, who lost her fiancé to suicide, said that means friends and loved ones may be even more reluctant to offer support.

As with any other type of sudden loss, focus on providing the type of support that the griever needs, Dr. Marshall said. Avoid asking about the circumstances of the death, she said, but say the loved one's name, ask about the person's life and share happy memories that you have.

"We miss our kids like crazy," said Marny Lombard, when we spoke about her son, Sam, who died by suicide in 2013 at 22 years old. If Sam comes up in conversation, it doesn't make her more upset. "When you say the name of my child, you bring me momentary joy," she said.

Audio produced by Kate Winslett.

If you are having thoughts of suicide, in the United States call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at 800-273-8255 (TALK) or go to SpeakingOfSuicide.com/resources for a list of additional resources. Go here for resources outside the United States.

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