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Talking about the loss of a parent

Recent years have seen increased awareness of grief, especially around days such as Mother's Day and Father's Day. People who are bereaved seem to feel a need to share their stories and experiences. How can we start the conversation about the loss of a parent?

Carline van Heijningen • 10-05-2023

Grief: The shock of losing a loved one

An intense and overwhelming feeling of shock, disbelief, and pain surged through my body. I couldn’t comprehend the implications of what I’d heard. I couldn’t believe it. My father had died and it was all over the news. It couldn’t be true.

Kiki Zanolie • 22-05-2017