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Navigating the Complexities of Grief and its Treatment
Exploring the evolution of psychological understanding regarding grief as a psychiatric disorder, the chapter challenges traditional views on grief stages, discussing the emergence of prolonged grief disorder. It emphasizes the importance of distinguishing between grief and depression, focusing on effective grief psychotherapies like cognitive behavior therapy and mindfulness techniques. The chapter highlights the unique aspects of grief processing and the role of exposure therapy in helping individuals confront and process their emotions for better adaptation and healing.
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