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Stages of Grief

Stages of Grief. The five stages often experienced when faced with death or impending death Not a complete list of all possible emotions that could be felt Can occur in any order Since reactions to loss differ among individuals, not everyone experiences all of these emotions. 1. Denial.

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Stages of Grief

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  1. Stages of Grief

  2. The five stages often experienced when faced with death or impending death • Not a complete list of all possible emotions that could be felt • Can occur in any order • Since reactions to loss differ among individuals, not everyone experiences all of these emotions

  3. 1. Denial • Trying to shut out reality • Denying the magnitude of the situation • Developing a false, preferable reality • Happens because the reality of loss is hard to face

  4. 2. Anger • Misplaced feelings of rage and envy • Hard to care for • Directed at themselves or others (usually the ones closest to them)

  5. 3. Bargaining • Usually, people bargain with God/a higher power, asking for a longer life in return for a change in lifestyle • “I swear, if you let me/him/her live, I’ll stop drinking” • Or they will use any other valuable bargaining chip • “I’ll give my life savings if I could just have one more day with him/her” • Comes from an understanding of death, but a wish to buy more time

  6. 4. Depression • Life seems pointless • Things begin to lose meaning • Griever may remain silent, refuse visitors, spend a lot of time crying/moping • This disconnect helps grievers avoid further pain/loss

  7. 5. Acceptance • Coming to terms with the situation • Calmness and a stable mindset • “Things are going to be okay”

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