COPING WITH GRIEF
L I F E A F T E R L O S S
Losing someone you love can
change your world. You miss
the person who has died and
want them back. You may feel
sad, alone, or even angry. You
might have trouble concentrating
or sleeping. If you were
a busy caregiver, you might
feel lost when you’re suddenly
faced with lots of unscheduled
time. These feelings are normal.
There’s no right or wrong way
to mourn. Scientists have been
studying how we process grief
and are learning more about
healthy ways to cope with loss.
The death of a loved one can
affect how you feel, how you
act, and what you think. Together,
these reactions are called
grief. It’s a natural response to
loss. Grieving doesn’t mean that
you have to feel certain emotions.
People can grieve in very
different ways.
Cultural beliefs and traditions
can influence how someone
expresses grief and mourns.
For example, in some cultures,
grief is expressed quietly and
privately. In others, it can be
loud and out in the open. Culture
also shapes how long family
members are expected to grieve.
“People often believe they
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