Wife Mourns Goldfish as a Person, Raising Concerns

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Wife Mourns Goldfish as a Person, Raising Concerns
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A parent questions his wife's reaction to their child's mourning of a goldfish, with her suggesting therapy for the child. An advice columnist recommends that while the reaction may seem exaggerated, seeking play therapy could help the child process her first experience with death and develop emotional skills, which can be beneficial at this age.

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