8 Stages of Grief Flashcards

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What does 'Denial' refer to in the stages of grief?

  • Feeling sad for more than 2 weeks
  • The person faces the reality of the loss
  • Making promises to change in hope
  • Not really believing that the loss has actually happened (correct)

What is meant by 'Emotional release'?

  • When the loss is realized, it may bring intense emotions (correct)
  • Remembering becomes less painful
  • The reality of the loss is faced
  • The person becomes preoccupied with thoughts about prevention

What does 'Anger' signify in the stages of grief?

The person may feel powerless and unfairly deprived

What does 'Bargaining' involve?

<p>Making promises to change in the hope of bringing back what has been lost</p> Signup and view all the answers

What characterizes 'Depression' in the stages of grief?

<p>Feeling sad for more than 2 weeks or change in behavior</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Remorse' entail?

<p>The person may become preoccupied with thoughts about how the loss could have been prevented</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Acceptance' mean in the context of grief?

<p>The person faces the reality of the loss</p> Signup and view all the answers

What does 'Hope' signify in the stages of grief?

<p>Remembering becomes less painful, and the person begins to look ahead to the future</p> Signup and view all the answers

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Stages of Grief

  • Denial: In this initial stage, individuals may struggle to accept the reality of the loss, often reflecting a mental block against the truth of the situation.
  • Emotional Release: This stage involves the recognition of loss, often leading to outpourings of intense emotions such as crying or shouting as the grief becomes palpable.
  • Anger: As the individual processes the loss, feelings of anger arise, often directed at oneself, others, or even the deceased, stemming from a sense of powerlessness and perceived injustice.
  • Bargaining: Here, individuals may engage in negotiations with a higher power, making promises or pledges in hopes of reversing or mitigating the loss they have experienced.
  • Depression: Prolonged sadness characterizes this stage, lasting more than two weeks and often marked by significant behavioral changes indicative of deep emotional pain.
  • Remorse: In this phase, individuals may dwell on the circumstances surrounding the loss, often feeling guilty or wishing they could have changed the outcome to prevent it.
  • Acceptance: This stage reflects a turning point where individuals begin to come to terms with their loss, acknowledging the reality and starting to adjust to life without what has been lost.
  • Hope: Ultimately, hope emerges as individuals start to heal; memories of the loss become less intense, and they begin to envision a future that is separate from their grief.

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