Dr. Lindeman then described 5 things he saw in acute grief. Physical pain, usually in your heart or forehead. Preoccupation with the image of the deceased. There s some new thinking on this subject. Many books now refer to there being 10 stages.
Shock is separation from reality.
Temporary shock is okay, staying in a dreamworld forever is not. Let them do emotional work at their own pace unless it really is disruptive. Don t force emotions on people. Grieving consists of finding new patterns. Let Women Cry.