Grief Knowledge Base
Evidence-based articles on grief — what it is, what it isn't, what helps, what doesn't. Written for people going through it. Start anywhere, or search for a topic.
Understanding Grief
What Grief Really Is
Grief is the normal and natural response to loss of any kind — not a problem to solve, not a stage to complete. Here's what that means, and what it doesn't.
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Why 'Time Heals' Isn't True
Time alone doesn't heal grief. Actions do. Here's why the most common advice you're getting is wrong — and what actually works.
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Six Myths About Grief That Keep People Stuck
These six messages are everywhere — and every one of them can keep a griever from actually recovering. Here's what to replace them with.
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Losing a Child
Losing a child is a grief most of the world has no idea how to witness. Here's what to know if you're in it, and what to know if you love someone who is.
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When Someone You Love Dies by Suicide
Suicide loss carries a weight other losses don't. It's not more grief, but it's differently shaped grief. Here's what to know — and where to start.
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Divorce and the End of a Relationship — Yes, That's Grief
If you're going through divorce, separation, or the end of a significant relationship, what you're experiencing is grief. Most people never hear it named that way — and it keeps them stuck.
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