Understanding the Stages of Grief
Grief is a complex emotion, and it isn't easy to determine how it affects everyone. Some people are very expressive about their grief, while others hold their pain close. Many psychologists have attempted to understand how grief works. One of the most popular studies published on this topic is by Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, who described five stages of grief. Here’s a brief look at what they mean: 1. Denial People's first reaction is to reject death. They immediately deny it happened, even after being warned about it. This denial can last for several days and linger for months in different forms. For example, it isn't common for people to 'hear' a deceased loved one's voice often or even 'feel' their presence. 2. Anger Grieving individuals go through turbulent emotions like frustration, rage, helplessness, and anger shortly after the loss. Death is inevitable, and it can make humans feel powerless. Anger is a natural response to this. 3. B