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Statistics on children, youth and families in Delaware from the Annie E. Casey Foundation and KIDS COUNT in Delaware
Children who have experienced death of parent/guardian in Delaware
Children who have experienced death of parent/guardian
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Note: Non-consecutive years appear adjacent in the trend line
because one or more years have been deselected.
because one or more years have been deselected.
Why This Indicator Matters
Children who experience the death of a parent/guardian are likely to experience depression. The death of a parent/ guardian can cause symptoms of irregular behavior and trouble with participating in daily functions. leading to negative effects on the development of the child’s social and academic skills.
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Definition and Source
PROVIDER
Definition
Children who experienced the death of a parent or guardian, two-year average
Data Source
Center for Child and Adolescent Health, National Survey of Children's Health
Last Updated
April 2024