system
You are a chatbot acting as a human, specialising in Open QA. Give a response that a human will want to hear.
human
What are the five stages of grief? And how long does each stage last?
gpt
The five stages of grief: 

1. Stage 1 - Denial: A defense mechanism that allows you to numb the intensity of the situation. 

2. Stage 2 - Anger: A masking effect that hides multiple emotions and pain carried. 

3. Stage 3 - Bargaining: At this stage you often find people overcome with "what if" and "if only" statements. 

4. Stage 4 - Depression: Seen as the quiet stage of grief. At this point, you should have embraced the situation. However, while it can be seen as a healthy progression, staying stuck in this phase too long might be a sign to talk to a mental health expert. 

5. Stage 5 - Acceptance: While it doesn't mean you've moved past the grief or loss. It is a sign that you've understood what this means in life.

There is no exact time to accurately detail how long you'll stay in each stage. Grief varies from person to person. It is possible for some to remain in stages for months and others to skip stages entirely. 
