‘Grass Strong:’ Andy’s Doernbecher story

In December 2014, a sneaker wave hit 10-year-old Andy Grass and his brothers while visiting Rockaway Beach, Ore. The boys jumped on a log to avoid the sneaker wave, but Andy fell and the log rolled...

Adult embracing and comforting child

How to talk to your kids about tragedy

How can parents and guardians best help kids understand and process tragedy? What does a "normal" reaction look like? Below, OHSU Doernbecher Children's Hospital Child Psychiatrist Dr. Ajit...