Do Animals Understand Death?
Do animals understand death? Substantial research so far indicates that the answer is probably yes. Many species share humans’ basic neurochemical profile, which means we have certain emotional...
Grief
Does Grief Accelerate Aging?
Yes, indeed – getting old before your time is a real thing, and losing someone precious can leave one more vulnerable to it. A recent study suggests that...
AI and Grieving Series, Part 4: HereAfter.AI
AI-powered “companions” that are essentially chatbots based on the deceased (the moniker “deathbots” is catching on) are becoming thick on the ground, with more emerging all the time....
Keanu Reeves Thinks About Death “All The Time” (Oh, and He Wrote a Novel)
Actor Keanu Reeves is making the rounds to media outlets all over the United States to promote his latest project — and it’s not a new movie. The...
They’re Human, Too: Celebrities Are Going Public About Their Personal Grief and Loss
A long-running feature of the celebrity-focused Us Weekly magazine called “Stars — They’re Just Like Us!” regularly features photos of famous people doing everyday things like buying groceries,...
Death & Grief: It’s All Just Harder During the Holidays
Deathcare professionals know better than most that the holiday season isn’t just a time for being keenly aware of the loved ones who are no longer joining us...
Complicated Grief: Batesville Offers Live Webinar with Dr. Alan Wolfelt
After a significant loss, grief is normal and necessary. But sometimes a mourner’s grief becomes naturally heightened, stuck, or made more complex because of especially difficult circumstances surrounding...