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What is grief?

What is grief?

There's no right or wrong way to grieve and here we look at how the experience of grief is unique to each person.

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What are the emotions of grief?

We look at some of the thoughts and emotions that you may feel during a time that can be both very difficult and upsetting.

Looking after yourself

Looking after yourself

Advice for looking after both yourself and others following the death of a loved one.

Supporting a grieving friend or relative

Supporting a grieving friend or relative

It can be very difficult to know what to say to a loved one who is grieving; here we give advice starting with the early days and then looking at the weeks and months ahead.

Supporting grieving children and teenagers

Supporting grieving children and teenagers

Read about the best ways to be with and talk to children about the loss of a loved one.

Dealing with grief and bereavement at work

Dealing with grief and bereavement at work

If you need time away from work following a bereavement, find out what your rights are as well as other support that might already be in place.

Where to find support when grieving

Where to find support when grieving

Find out what local and charity support is available for adults, children and teenagers who are grieving.

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