Pt. 1: Journey through grief: The starting point
Notes for the first few weeks
Understanding the emotional and physical affects of grief
Myths and misunderstandings of the grieving process
Helping children cope with grief
Special occasions and challenges.
Pt. 2: Sharing our stories: The loss of a friend
Pt. 3: Pathways through grief: Questions and answers
From the Book - Updated edition.
An unfamiliar world : the journey into grief. The starting point : notes from the authors ; Notes for the first few weeks ; Understanding the emotional and physical effects of grief ; Myths and misunderstandings of the grieving process
The world is upside down : collecting our scattered pieces. The world is upside down ; Relating to others ; Difficult days : holidays, anniversaries, and more ; Grieving apart, grieving together : understanding how men and women grieve ; Helping children cope with grief
Sharing our stories. Losing a friend ; Losing a parent ; Losing a child ; Losing a partner ; Losing a sibling ; Fallen heroes ; Suicide ; One of many : when tragedy causes multiple deaths ; Other unique challenges
Pathways through grief. The road ahead : understanding the grief journey ; Faith ; Self-help and therapy ; The grief recovery process and exercises to guide you ; The journey continued...parting notes from the authors
Appendix II : Grief resources and support.