Grief
Medical term · G
A broad range of reactions to bereavement, including sadness, tears, shock, confusion, and anger, among others.
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BereavementThe period of grief and mourning after a death.
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ShockA serious medical condition in which there too little blood flows to the outer portions of the body, resulting in cold, sweaty skin; a weak pulse; irregular breathing; and dilated…
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Complicated griefA prolonged, intense reaction to bereavement that affects one in 10 people who lose a loved one. Key signs are inability to accept the death; frequent nightmares and intrusive…
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Traumatic griefA prolonged, intense reaction to bereavement that affects one in 10 people who lose a loved one. Key signs are inability to accept the death; frequent nightmares and intrusive…