73 72 Everyone grieves differently, but very commonly people may experience the following emotions and stages in grieving (Kübler-Ross & Kessler, 2005): People may not go through all the above stages in a sequential manner. In addition, there is no fast-and-hard rule about how people should grieve and how long it takes to heal. If students exhibit difficulties in making progress on their grief, or they subjectively feel a need to talk or seek support, making referral to counselors or medical professionals is highly recommended. Chapter Five: Supporting Students with Mental Health Difficulties Chapter Five: Supporting Students with Mental Health Difficulties Reference Kübler-Ross, E., & Kessler, D. (2005). On grief and grieving: Finding the meaning of grief through the five stages of loss. New York ; Toronto: Scribner. Information and Communication Emotional Support Guidance and Direction 2. ANGER STAGE Some students may feel angry about the loss and try to blame people or entities which they consider to be responsible for their loss. 3. BARGAINING STAGE They may try to think of ways to reverse the loss despite knowing it is impossible. 4. DEPRESSION STAGE They may feel sad about the loss and acknowledge that there is nothing they can do to recuperate the loss. 5. ACCEPTANCE STAGE They finally accept the loss and can face it in a relatively stable manner. 1. DENIAL STAGE Upon learning or thinking about the loss, they may feel shocked and doubt if it actually happened and may even deny it. Kübler-Ross Grief Cycle “People may not go through all stages of grief in a sequential manner. In addition, there is no fast-and-hard rule about how people should grieve and how long it takes to heal.” e.g. SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS • Emotional disturbances, including shock and disbelief, numbness, sadness, guilt, anger, fear or anxiety • Thinking or dreaming about the loved ones • Absent mindedness • Physical symptoms fatigue, headaches, dizziness, lowered immunity, weight loss or weight gain, insomnia • Socially withdrawn • Lack the desire to attend class or work
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