About bereavement and grief
Questions about grief
We answer some of the most common questions about grief.
How
long
does
grief
last?
There’s no timetable for how long grief lasts or how you should feel. On this page we explore “How long does grief last?” and the “grief timeline”.
Answers
to
common
questions
about
grief
When someone dies, the people close to them can feel a whole range of emotions. Here are some of the questions we frequently hear about grief and bereavement.
Are
there
stages
of
grief?
We explore the stages of grief theory in more detail, focusing on how it was developed and why it isn't truly reflective of the grieving process.
Grief hasn’t taken over my life, but it’s still there, and it’ll always be there.
Coping with losing my husband - Christine's story
Thoughts and feelings
There is no one way to feel after a bereavement. We explore some of the thoughts and feelings we most often see in people who are grieving, and offer guidance on how to cope.
What
does
grief
feel
like?
When it comes to grief, it can be difficult to predict how you might feel. Here, we talk about different experiences of grief and how it can feel.
Physical
symptoms
of
grief
In this article, we explore how your body can sometimes react in ways that you might not understand or expect when you’re grieving.
Am
I
normal?
Common
thoughts
and
feelings
in
grief
Do you ask yourself ‘Is how I’m feeling normal?’ Here we explore some challenging thoughts and feelings many grieving people experience, such as “I thought I was doing fine, but now I feel worse” or “People want me to move on.”
Grief
and
loneliness
Why do we feel alone in our grief and how can we cope? Read information from Sue Ryder's grief support team.
Alcohol
and
grief
Find out why some people turn to alcohol as a way to cope with their grief, and what support is available to you if you’re struggling with drinking.
Humour
and
grief
Jokes, comedy, and laughter are not just normal parts of grief, they can also help us feel better. Find out more about the link between humour and grief.
I was eating badly, I was sleeping worse, I couldn’t concentrate, I was having lots of nightmares and I was getting snappy. I started to notice changes in myself.
Opening up about grieving my parents - Ellie's story
Different types of grief
What
is
bereavement?
We explore the meaning of bereavement and share advice about what support is available to help you through your grief.
What
is
complicated
grief?
Why you might be feeling a complicated mix of emotions as part of your grief and how you can get support.
What
is
anticipatory
grief?
Anticipatory grief is grief you feel before someone has died. On this page we'll explore how it feels and how you can get support.
What
is
prolonged
grief
disorder?
What is prolonged grief disorder (sometimes called complex grief disorder or unresolved grief)? Why might someone might be diagnosed and what help is available for long-lasting, strong feelings of grief.
Grief
in
the
LGBTQ+
community
During grief, there are certain challenges that someone who identifies as LGBTQ+ may face when trying to come to terms with their bereavement.
Grief Guide
Brain feeling foggy? Grief Guide offers short, clear articles to help you understand your grief.