Experiencing moments of loss and grief is an unavoidable part of life. We all encounter significant loss at some point in our lives. A loss may be a diagnosis of an illness (for ourselves or a loved one), the end of a friendship or romantic relationship, or the death of a partner, friend, pet, colleague or family member.
These losses activate feelings of grief. Subtle and less obvious losses or transitions—such as relocating, changing employment, graduating from school, or losing a physical ability—may also result in feelings of grief.
Symptoms of grief follow standard stages that are needed to fully process the loss. If you don’t process your grief and move through the stages effectively, you may develop prolonged grief. Symptoms of prolonged grief are more severe in intensity and duration and may look like signs of major depression.
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