Grief and Loss

What is Grief

100

What is Grief?

Natural strong emotions that occur after a major loss. ie: parent, friend, sibling, etc.

200

What is a grief reaction?

How you react when you have a major loss.

300

What is anticipatory grief vs. sudden loss?

Anticipatory grief: preparation for a death due to a prolonged illness/ condition. 

Sudden loss: unexpected and sudden death; fatal accident or other tragedy 

400

When does grief become complicated?

Long term grieving; ongoing heightened state of mourning that keeps you from mourning.

500

What are the 5 stages of grief? In order...

1. Denial.     2. Anger.      3. Bargaining

4. Depression.       5. Acceptance

Coping with Grief

100

Define Coping Skills.

Skills that a person uses to reduce unpleasant emotions.

200

Is isolating yourself from society a healthy or unhealthy coping strategy?

Unhealthy

300

Name 2 or more Coping strategies.

Any: mindfulness, grounding, distraction, crisis planning, emotional awareness, and self- soothing

400

Name self-care practices that can help someone cope while grieving?

Any answer: creating a bedtime routine, eating a balanced diet, engaging in physical activity, fining hobbies

500

What kinds of supports can help with coping after a loss?

Counseling, grief support groups, friends and family, community organizations 

Symptoms of Grief

100

Is it natural to have symptoms of grief?

Yes!

200

Name 1 emotion related to grief and loss. 

Any answer: sadness, anxiousness, anger, guilt, irritability, fear, disbelief etc. 

300

Name 1 behavioral change that happens when grieving.

Any answer; decreased concentration/ focus, confusion, trouble making decisions, troubles keeping track of responsibilities

400

How can you help someone who is grieving?

Any answer: prepare meals, send cards/flowers, provide childcare, do house chores, offer transportation, etc.

500

How does grief affect your body?

Any answer: chest pain, sleep quantity and quality, appetite, digestion, heart health, decreased function of the immune system, etc

True or False

100

Everyone experiences grief in the same way.

FALSE

200

It is normal to grieve for a long time

TRUE: some people grieve for up to 6 years. It takes time to adapt to your new loss and continue on with the new process of life. 

300

The pain will go away faster if you ignore it.

FALSE

400

Therapy is a healthy way to cope with a loss.

TRUE: A therapist can help you understand your grieving process by providing information and support.

500

One loss triggers a lot more losses.

TRUE: Having a loss may also come with losses in daily routines, relationships, finances. etc.