Loss and Losses Experienced in a Lifetime
Loss is the disappearance of something cherished, such as a person, possession, position or property. There are many different types of loss that can be experienced as part of the process of living. This section explores those losses.
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Expanded Definition of a Loss
There are numerous types of losses that a person may experience during a lifetime. Some of the losses a person may experience as a byproduct of living include loss of job, income, home, property, of a relationship or significant person, or the or treasured object(s). A person may also experience losses of loss or role, identity, independence, innocence, religious beliefs, freedom or safety.
There are numerous types of losses that a person may experience during a lifetime. Some of the losses a person may experience as a byproduct of living include loss of job, income, home, property, of a relationship or significant person, or the or treasured object(s). A person may also experience losses of loss or role, identity, independence, innocence, religious beliefs, freedom or safety.
Types of Loss Experienced in a Lifetime
There are numerous types of losses that a person may experience during a lifetime. There are many losses that occur during the dying and the grieving or bereavement processes. This article explores the many different types of losses.
There are numerous types of losses that a person may experience during a lifetime. There are many losses that occur during the dying and the grieving or bereavement processes. This article explores the many different types of losses.
Loss from a Doula's Perspective
This article by Certified Birth Doula, Kimberly Packard-Beck, looks at loss at the beginning of life from a birth doula's point of view. It written as a resource for doulas to learn more about losses that may occur with birth and how to support to a client if she experienced a birth loss. It has been reprinted with her permission.
This article by Certified Birth Doula, Kimberly Packard-Beck, looks at loss at the beginning of life from a birth doula's point of view. It written as a resource for doulas to learn more about losses that may occur with birth and how to support to a client if she experienced a birth loss. It has been reprinted with her permission.
Loss and Grief - Myths and Realities
People in Western society are socialized to regard certain beliefs and attitudes about what makes up a normal grief response, many of which are inaccurate and untrue. These common misconceptions and myths have become part of our cultural beliefs of the grieving process. We are raised with incorrect information that ultimately leads to unrealistic expectations of those going through the grief process.
People in Western society are socialized to regard certain beliefs and attitudes about what makes up a normal grief response, many of which are inaccurate and untrue. These common misconceptions and myths have become part of our cultural beliefs of the grieving process. We are raised with incorrect information that ultimately leads to unrealistic expectations of those going through the grief process.
Normal Reactions to Loss
From AARP's (Association for the Advancement of Retired Persons) section on Grief and Loss comes a brief informative, online article that looks at the normal immediate and later adjustments that people may experience after experiencing a loss.
From AARP's (Association for the Advancement of Retired Persons) section on Grief and Loss comes a brief informative, online article that looks at the normal immediate and later adjustments that people may experience after experiencing a loss.
Facing Sudden Loss
From the Hospice Foundation of America, a link to an online article written by Judy Tatelbaum, MSW about the challenges of facing a sudden loss. The article can also be downloaded as a PDF File. She provides several ways to help heal yourself based on information she has learned from many people who have suffering a sudden loss.
From the Hospice Foundation of America, a link to an online article written by Judy Tatelbaum, MSW about the challenges of facing a sudden loss. The article can also be downloaded as a PDF File. She provides several ways to help heal yourself based on information she has learned from many people who have suffering a sudden loss.
Grief: A Normal Response to Loss
From the Hospice of the Florida Suncoast an article on grief--the normal response to the loss of a loved one. Reactions from grief can affect the whole person, physically, emotionally, psychologically and behaviorally. Signs and symptoms of the normal grief reactions are also included.
From the Hospice of the Florida Suncoast an article on grief--the normal response to the loss of a loved one. Reactions from grief can affect the whole person, physically, emotionally, psychologically and behaviorally. Signs and symptoms of the normal grief reactions are also included.
Loss, Grief and Bereavement (PDQ ®) - Online Version
The NCI (National Cancer Institute) has an informative section Loss, Grief and Bereavement as part of their comprehensive cancer information database. This 13 page online resource describes loss, grief and bereavement, the stages of grief and methods for coping with grief. Also included are sections on children, complicated grief and cultural issues relating to grief.
The NCI (National Cancer Institute) has an informative section Loss, Grief and Bereavement as part of their comprehensive cancer information database. This 13 page online resource describes loss, grief and bereavement, the stages of grief and methods for coping with grief. Also included are sections on children, complicated grief and cultural issues relating to grief.
Loss, Grief and Bereavement (PDQ ®) - Printable Version
The NCI's (National Cancer Institute) Loss, Grief and Bereavement printable version. This extensive online resource describes loss, grief and bereavement, the stages of grief and methods for coping with grief. Also included are sections on children, complicated grief and cultural issues relating to grief.
The NCI's (National Cancer Institute) Loss, Grief and Bereavement printable version. This extensive online resource describes loss, grief and bereavement, the stages of grief and methods for coping with grief. Also included are sections on children, complicated grief and cultural issues relating to grief.
Facing Sudden Loss
From the Hospice Foundation of America, a link to an online article written by Judy Tatelbaum, MSW about the challenges of facing a sudden loss. The article can also be downloaded as a PDF File. She provides several ways to help heal yourself based on information she has learned from many people who have suffering a sudden loss.
From the Hospice Foundation of America, a link to an online article written by Judy Tatelbaum, MSW about the challenges of facing a sudden loss. The article can also be downloaded as a PDF File. She provides several ways to help heal yourself based on information she has learned from many people who have suffering a sudden loss.
Reactions to Sudden or Traumatic Loss
From AARP's (American Association of Retired Persons) section on Grief and Loss an informative, online article looking at many of the special issues that survivors of sudden or traumatic loss may face.
From AARP's (American Association of Retired Persons) section on Grief and Loss an informative, online article looking at many of the special issues that survivors of sudden or traumatic loss may face.
Reflections on Spiritual Problems in Sudden Loss
From the Hospice Foundation of America, an article from Rabbi Earl A. Grollman reflecting on spiritual problems that may occur following a sudden loss. Rabbi Grollman explores some of the questions that people ask when unexpected crises shatter their lives. The online article can also be downloaded as a PDF File.
From the Hospice Foundation of America, an article from Rabbi Earl A. Grollman reflecting on spiritual problems that may occur following a sudden loss. Rabbi Grollman explores some of the questions that people ask when unexpected crises shatter their lives. The online article can also be downloaded as a PDF File.