Understanding Grief

Richard Gross is a leading author of psychology texts. Since 2006 he has been working as a bereavement volunteer and trainer with Cruse Bereavement Care.

• The Nature and Experience of Grief. Attachment, Loss and Grief. Theories and Models of Grief. The Social Context of Grief. Cultural and Religious Aspects of Death and Dying. Grief and Relationship With the Deceased: Kinship. Complicated Grief. The Wider Context of Grief: Loss of Pets and Loss of Self. Recommended Reading and Websites.

"Masterly, Richard Gross plots a path through the maze of theories and research literature on bereavement to provide a synthesis that is up-to-date, informative and well written. It will be of particular value to professionals and volunteers who care for and about people lost in the maze of bereavement. I couldn't put it down." - Colin Murray Parkes"This book provides a long awaited resource for anyone embarking upon the journey of understanding grief in their role of supporting those that are bereaved. An essential read for anyone involved in the field of bereavement." - Elizabeth Thomas, Cruse Bereavement Care, Bereavement Volunteer and Trainer