How Do Doctors Treat Complicated Grief? Part 1: Talk Therapy
Traumatic losses such as the sudden death – or sometimes even expected death – of a beloved family member can leave clients reeling. It’s often the case that...
Grief
Widow Who Wrote a Book on Grief Now Accused of Husband’s Murder
A Utah widow who published a children's book about grief a year after losing her husband might be writing her next volume from prison. Kouri Richins of Utah...
NFDA Introduces Remembering A Life Journey Cards for People Who Are Grieving
Beautifully designed decks are the perfect, cost-effective aftercare gift for families. Brookfield, Wis. – The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) has introduced, as part of its Remembering A Life...
Rewired by Loss: Grief Is Essentially a Brain Injury
That’s right – a brain injury. A number of scientific studies reveal that an emotional disturbance, such as that caused by the experience of grieving a loved one,...
Deathcare Challenges in Cases of Violent Death
Auto accidents, random acts of violence, suicides and other traumatic deaths create unique challenges for funeral homes. Sudden, traumatic, and unexpected (or, as in the case of suicide,...
Laying a Child to Rest
The experience of a child’s funeral can be extremely difficult for any mourner. When a child dies at any age, for any reason, it’s a tragedy; illness or...
Funeral Service and Grief Work- How to Support Bereaved Families as a Funeral Professional
Funeral professionals are often the first point of contact for families experiencing grief. A huge part of any job in a funeral home is dealing with difficult emotions...