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Alternative Names: Mourning; Grieving; Bereavement Symptoms: There are typically 5 stages of grief. These reactions do not occur in a specific order, and may (at times) show simultaneously. Not all of these emotions are necessarily experienced: Denial, disbelief, numbness Anger, blaming others Bargaining (e.g., "If I am cured of this cancer, I will never smoke again.") Depressed mood, sadness, and crying Acceptance, coming to terms Text Continues Below Individuals who are grieving will frequently report crying spells, some trouble sleeping, and difficulty being productive at work. Signs and tests: Prolonged symptoms may lead to clinical depression. Physiological signs of depression may be present, such as sleep and appetite disturbance.

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