Chronic sorrow and bereavement care
Abstract
ABSTRACTIn this article, the case is made for consideration of chronic sorrow as a non-pathological reality for many grievers. For those who live with an ongoing sorrow, the test of health is their ability to also experience joy and perform the necessary functions of their lives, even while living with chronic sorrow. Personal and national examples are included to enrich the discussion.
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