University:
Liberty University
Course:
BIOM 500 | Introduction to Biomedical Sciences
Academic year:

2024
Views:

319

Pages:

5
Author:

Sheha A.

Grief (Mourning) Grief is a subjective state of emotional, physical, and social response to the loss of valued entities. Stages of Grief There are 5 stages: Denial Anger Bargaining Depression Acceptance 1. Denial This is a stage of shock and disbelief. The response may be one of "no, it can't be true!" 2. Anger "Why me?" and "It is not fair" comments often expressed during this anger stage. Anger may be directed at self, displaced at loved ones. Stage 3: Bargaining "If God will help me through this, I promise I'll go to church every Sunday and volunteer my time to help others under my care." Stage 4: Depression During this stage, the full impact of loss is experienced. This is a time of quiet desperation and disengagement from all associated with the loss entity. Stage 5: Acceptance This is the final stage of feeling peace regarding the loss that has occurred. Focus is on the reality of the loss and its meanings for the individuals affected by it.