by Shaunna Leclair | Nov 30, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
Talking to your children about death and dying can be one of the most challenging and sensitive conversations you will ever have. You may wonder when the right time to bring up the topic is, how to answer their questions, and how to deal with their emotions. You may...
by Shaunna Leclair | Nov 27, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
GRIEF BRAIN is a term coined by neuroscientists to describe changes in the brain after a significant loss. Grief is not only an emotional response but also a physiological and cognitive one. It affects various brain regions, such as the amygdala, the hippocampus, the...
by Shaunna Leclair | Nov 24, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief, Who's Who In Death
Grief can be more pronounced during the Holidays. The holiday season is often a time of joy, celebration, and connection with loved ones. But for those who have experienced a loss, it can also be a time of sadness, loneliness, and pain. Grief can be more pronounced...
by Shaunna Leclair | Nov 5, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
Grief is a natural and universal response to loss, but it can take many forms and affect people differently. Some of the common types of grief are: Anticipatory grief: This is the grief that occurs before a loss when someone knows that a loved one is dying or that a...
by Shaunna Leclair | Nov 5, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
Death denial culture is a term that refers to the tendency of modern societies to avoid, ignore, or minimize the reality of death and dying. Death denial culture manifests in various ways, such as: The medicalization of death, which treats it as a failure or a problem...
by Shaunna Leclair | Nov 1, 2023 | Grief, Stages of Grief
A personal directive is a legal document that allows you to name a person or persons who can make personal decisions for you if you become mentally incapable of making them yourself. Personal decisions that include health care, living arrangements, social activities,...
