Losing a Family Member

The loss of a family member is always a shock and causes many emotions to come to the surface. These articles look at the effects of losing someone in your family and with ways to deal with the loss.

For Adult Children, Mourning a Parent Takes Time

Society tends to believe that because it is expected that our parents will die, bereaved adult children need to “get over mourning a parent quickly and move on.” If you have lost a parent, these suggestions might help.

8 Steps to Healing After the Death of Your Life Partner

You may be uncertain how you will survive this overwhelming loss. These 8 practical suggestions may help you move toward healing.

Mourning and Missing our Mothers

A mother’s death can mean a permanent loss of the most significant person in a daughter’s life.

A Day Without Dad: Coping with Loss on Father's Day

Even if you feel you are coping well with your father’s death, holidays can be particularly difficult. Here are some suggestions to help manage your loss while honoring your dad.

Insights and Advice on Losing a Sibling

Loss of a sibling means loss of someone who knew your formative past. It might trigger feelings of guilt over unsolved sibling issues or a sense of abandonment. Here are some ways to move forward.

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