Grieving for Dummies

by Greg Harvey, Carol Schlesinger (Foreword)

Coping and recovery strategies for dealing with the loss of a loved one Whether the death of a loved one is sudden or expected, grieving the loss is a difficult yet transformative process. Grieving For Dummies approaches this very important subject with sensitivity, helping readers who are grieving the loss of a loved one as well as those who want to support them in this process. This compassionate guide covers all types of profound losses, including parents, spouses and partners, children, siblings, friends, and pets. It also addresses children’s grieving and how the manner of death may cause additional hurdles to grieving the loss. The book is filled with practical suggestions for moving through the phases, stages, and tasks of grieving with an eye towards successfully integrating the loss of a loved one, while at the same time, keeping the love shared alive.

358 pages, Paperback

First published January 1, 2007

Reviews

[Gary · Rating 3 out of 5]

Sometimes this book was a bit hard to follow (and considering that it is part of the Dummies series, what does that say about me?). But what I am able to take away from it is the reassurance of the author's best intentions and the knowledge that-even before reading this book-I seemed to be doing things the right way. So I would recommend this book to anyone who finds that they just don't know where to start in the greiving process.

[Giabao EVHS Pham · Rating 4 out of 5]

I thought this book was very helpful. I learned a life lesson from this book. It tells you how to deal with the feeling of grief in many different circumstances. I chose this book due to a loss of a family member and I can honestly say that it did help me with the process of getting of the feeling of grief.

[Ajay · Rating 2 out of 5]

sad book.