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Feels comfortable with himself or herself.
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Has good relationships with others.
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Meets the demands of life.
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Mentally ill people are dangerous.
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Mentally ill people always act crazy and will
for the rest of their life.
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People should keep their emotions to
themselves and not ask for help.
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Love
Happiness
Sadness
Optimism
Humor
Fear
Anger
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Guilt
Jealousy
Depression
Loneliness
Shyness
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For family members
For friends
Romantic love is different because of the way
you feel:
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Heart beats faster
You can’t stand to be apart
Hard to tell the difference between attraction and
love.
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Things you can do to be happy:
Relationships with others
 Find tasks you find meaningful
 Make time for fun activities
 Take good care of your body
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Feeling that life experience will be positive.
The glass is half full.
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Self-Talk – telling yourself that everything is
going to be OK.
Environmental Planning – involves rearranging
the environment to reduce the fear. Example: if
you are afraid to fly, go with a friend.
10.Driving
9. Dogs
8. Being alone in a house at night
7. Thunder and lightning
6. Spiders/insects/snakes
5. Being closed in a small space
4. Flying
3. Mice
2. Heights
1. Public Speaking
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Everyone feels anger, what is important is how
you deal with it.
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Is negative if expressed with violence.
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Sometimes results in abuse.
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Cool off
Talk to someone
Exercise
Relaxation
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Sleeping too much
Tired throughout the day
Lack of interest in usual activities
Loss of appetite
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Family history
Major life stresses
Physical illness
Substance abuse
Gender – more likely in women
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Techniques you use to protect yourself from
being hurt emotionally.
If you rely too much on them it can be
unhealthy.
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The feelings you have about yourself and the
things you do.
Can be positive or negative feelings.
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High self esteem gives you a sense of
control.
People with low self esteem feel that events
effecting their lives are beyond their control.
If you feel you are in control you will take
steps to stay in control, if not you won’t
bother (grades)
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It means looking at yourself realistically and
seeing who you really are.
Self Idea – your mental image of what you
would like to be.
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Compensation
Daydreaming
Denial
Displacement
Projection
Rationalization
regression
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Covering a weakness by overachieving in
another area.
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Failure to accept reality
Redirecting feelings from one object to another.
Example: being mad at someone and taking it out
on a punching bag…or wall.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kb-gFefMBY
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Putting negative feelings on someone else
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_eCmIhA
7eYg&feature=related
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Using childlike ways of expressing emotions
like anger or disappointment.
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QQnfWV
_h-j8
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Many disorders that were once thought to be
psychological in origin are actually the result of
chemical imbalances in the brain.
Examples: obsessive compulsive disorders,
post traumatic stress disorders, etc…
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Disorders resulting from a physical cause.
Develop as a result of various life experiences.
(physical illness, injury, or chemical imbalance)
Some are genetic.
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Anorexia
Bulimia
Only cure in through psychiatric treatment.
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Constant fear over things you cannot control.
Can damage you physically because of the
changes that occur in your body when you are
afraid. (heart speeds up and blood pressure
rises)
More common in women than men.
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A condition in which someone’s personality
changes dramatically.
A person with this actually believes they are
someone else.
Usually results form a traumatic experience.
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When a person is unhappy to the extent that
they have no other feelings.
Last a long time and keeps a person from usual
activities.
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Traits that affect a person’s ability to get along
with others.
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People with physical symptoms caused by
emotional problems.
This person does not have a physical illness,
they only show physical signs of illness
because of an emotional problem.
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A prolonged feeling of depression and
hopelessness.
A feeling that life is out of control.
The inability to concentrate or make
decisions.
Intense fears.
Persistent difficulty sleeping.
Inability to stop destructive behavior.
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If you or someone you know needs help
contact someone you trust. (parent, teacher,
school counselor)
Don’t wait thinking the problem will fix itself.
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Psychoanalysis
Behavioral therapy
Group therapy
Chemical therapy
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Developed by Frued.
Used to examine unresolved conflicts from the
past.
Example: being afraid of heights as an adult
because you got stuck in a tree house when you
were very little.
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Focuses on the behavior rather that the
underlying causes.
helps patients find new ways to react to
situations.
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People with similar problems meet with a
therapist to discuss their problems.
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The use of drugs to treat (not cure) mental and
emotional illness.
Usually used for chemical imbalances.
Can be very dangerous – an antidepressant
may work well in controlling depression in
some but the same drug can cause another
person to become very violent.
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How many forms of stress are there.
Why is it important to know how to handle
stress.
Can stress be harmful to the body?
Can stress be beneficial to the body?
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Definition: stress is a kind of pressure, force or
influence that moves us to action, either
physically, emotionally, or mentally.
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Are their different forms of stress?
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Are their different levels of stress?
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Positive Stress: this is commonly known as
Eustress. This is commonly experienced during
times of challenging or demanding task that we
are capable of handling.
Examples:
Sporting Events
Promotional Ads
Art Competition
These examples of Eustress provide excitement
and enthusiasm and a need to win.
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Any new or potentially unpleasant situation.
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Example: having to do a speech in school.
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The body’s reaction to a stressor.
Example: preparing for the speech and
practicing it.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=HIeLiPjg
AbQ
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mt4N9G
SBoMI
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Distress: This is a negative form of stress.
This form of stress leads to:
Fatigue
Anxiety
Depression
And other illnesses.
Some examples are physical, emotional, and
mental negative stress.
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Experiencing the death of a brother or sister
Going through parent’s separation
Having a parent go to jail
Being involved with drugs and alcohol
Becoming and unwed father
Going through a parents divorce
Acquiring a visible deformity
Experiencing the death of a parent
Being pregnant and unmarried
Getting married
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60 to 80% of all physical and mental
disorders are related to stress.
Asthma
Cold and Flu – stress weakens the immune
system
Tension Headache
Coronary Heart Disease – stress increases
amount of cholesterol in blood.
Depression – stress can wear a person down
and cause them to feel down in the dumps.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ueR4Gcasrw
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=qZO4MD
ADzzw
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Fight or Flight Response: This is a
physiological reaction that occurs in response
to harmful event, attack or threat to survival.
The body releases hormones due to an acute
stress. These hormones affect the sympathetic
nervous system by releasing catecholamine's
which is adrenaline and non-adrenaline.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=m2Gywo
S77qc
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=jdJpLvST
ZMU
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Why is it important to know your stress level.
Why is it important to identify what kind of
stress you have?
Can stress be both harmful and beneficial to the
body?
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A potential unpleasant situation.
You interpret the situation as threatening.
Your emotional response – anxious, nervous,
etc…
Your physical response
Negative response – if nothing is done to
relieve the stress.
Physical Signs
 Headaches
 Dry mouth
 Diarrhea
 Fatigue
 Weight loss
Emotional/Mental
Signs
 Anxiety
 Frustration
 Depression
 Worrying
 Confusion
 Loneliness
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Any action that prevents a stressor from
resulting in negative consequences.
Selective Awareness:
Focusing on the aspects of a situation that help
a person feel better. (thinking positively)
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Meditation
Progressive Relaxation
Body Scanning
Autogenic Training
Laughing
Yelling or Crying
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Focusing on something that is repetitive or
unchanging.
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Relaxing by imagining that your arms and legs
feel heavy, warm, and tingly.
Relaxing by imagining you are somewhere
else. (the beach, blue skies, a warm bath, etc…)
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20 min. 3 times a week of cardiovascular
exercise will help reduce stress levels.
Strength training also can help by getting out
you aggressions.
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Stress Management: There are many forms of
techniques that can help reduce stress.
Examples
Stress Ball
Exercise
Reading/Writing
Breathing techniques
Tension/Relaxation Therapy
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hVruME
n5qRY
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=v0G3JgN
rI_0
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Adjustment Disorders are reactions to
stress that have lasted less than six
months.
The types of reactions can be very
different, sadness, anxiousness, anger, or
a combination of all.
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Young children, especially those in
preschool through first grade, sometimes
become very anxious about being apart
from their parents or home.
children may fake illness in order to
avoid school
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How many types of stress are there?
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What is the fight or flight response?
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How can stress reduction techniques help you?
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What are some stress reduction techniques?
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What is abuse?
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How many forms of abuse are there?
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Can abuse be prevented?
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Violence: physical force that is used to harm
people or damage property.
Tolerance: the ability to overlook differences
and accept people for who they are.
Bullying: scaring or controlling another person
by using threats or physical force.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0frWMW
rX9qE
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Happens to all ages, races, religions, income levels,
and classes.
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Spouse abuse and child abuse often go hand in
hand.
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Children often learn that violence is acceptable and
continue the pattern as adults.
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Stage 1: Tension building stage. This is a time
of emotional abuse such as insults or threats.
Stage 2: An act of physical abuse occurs such as
choking or hitting.
Stage 3: Honeymoon Phase: this is a time when
couples make up. MOST DANGEROUS
STAGE!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LgKVpO
wBSXU
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Bodily harm inflicted on another person.
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Some signs of abuse are: scratches, bumps, bruises,
broken bones, burns, etc…
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Physical abuse is sometimes hard to defect. The
abuse person may try to conceal abuse thinking it
will go away.
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Sexual behavior between and adult or
adolescent and a non-consenting person. (a
minor is legally unable to give consent)
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Sexual Abuse is also sometimes called
Molestation.
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Failure of a parent or legal guardian to provide
for the basic needs of a person in his or her
charge.(child or adult)
Food
Clothing
Shelter
Babies left in cars
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Emotional mistreatment of another person.
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Low self esteem can be caused by emotional
abuse.
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Can be a result of sexual, physical, or emotional abuse or a
combination of the three committed against a child.
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Many abused children run away from home.
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Usually stems from parent being angry about something (money,
job, spouse, drug abuse, etc..) and thy take it out on the child.
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Abuse of one’s husband or wife.
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20% of women in the U.S. are victims of spouse
abuse at some point in their life.
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Can be physical, emotional, sexual abuse, etc…
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Men can be abused. Usually not physically, but
emotionally.
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Abuse of an elderly person.
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Abuse and neglect of the elderly is not very
common in nursing homes but it does happen.
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Bullying more common in elementary schools and
high schools.
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Hazing – physical or psychological abuse
associated with initiation to a club or team.
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Hazing more common in colleges and sporting
team.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-5PZ_BhM6o
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No one deserves to be abused, and all abuse should
be reported.
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If you suspect abuse or are a victim yourself you
can anonymously report the abuse to:
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A trusted adult
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Police
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Child protective services.
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Families where abuse and violence occur need
professional help to break the cycle.
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Works best if they go voluntarily, but can be
mandated by the courts.
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Many victims feel responsible for the abuse.
They believe they are bad people. This
could not be further from the truth.
No one deserves to be abused. There is no excuse
for anyone to be abuse physically, emotionally, or
sexually and if you are someone you know is
being abused you need to get help immediately.
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Physical abuse –
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Sexual abuse –
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Emotional abuse –
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When do you get help if you or someone
you know is being abused?
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Conflict exist in all forms whether it be in your
home, with friends, or at work.
The fact that conflict exists, however, is not
necessarily a bad thing: As long as it is resolved
effectively, it can lead to personal and
professional growth.
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Increased understanding: The discussion
needed to resolve conflict expands people's
awareness of the situation.
Increased group cohesion: When conflict is
resolved effectively, team members can
develop stronger mutual respect, and a
renewed faith in their ability to work together.
Improved self-knowledge: Conflict pushes
individuals to examine their goals in close
detail.
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Conflict can create tension amongst a group of
people that may not be apart of the problem.
Conflict can create unnecessary stress.
Conflict can ruin relationships, or create an
unsuitable environment.
Conflict left unsettled will never get better.
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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PcoIMyU
9bE4
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VmbY4y
5IOGg
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#1: Competitive: People who tend towards a
competitive style take a firm stand, and know
what they want.
#2: Collaborative: People tending towards a
collaborative style try to meet the needs of all
people involved.
#3: Compromising: People who prefer a
compromising style try to find a solution that
will at least partially satisfy everyone.
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#4: Accommodating: This style indicates a
willingness to meet the needs of others at the
expense of the person's own needs.
#5: Avoiding: People tending towards this style
seek to evade the conflict entirely.
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Losing a friend or family member can cause
stress.
Often when a loss occurs there is a process of
grieving.
Grieving: to express deep sadness because of a
loss.
This process allows people to heal from the
pain of the loss.
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Denial: person refuses to believe the loss
occurred.
Anger: Experiencing anger or even rage is
normal when you face a loss. Often times
people blame themselves or others in this
stage.
Bargaining: this is the final attempt at avoiding
what is true. People will make a promise to
change to have what they lost returned to
them.
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Depression: Sadness is natural and an
important emotion to express when you
experienced a loss.
Acceptance: During this stage , you begin to
learn how to live with a loss.
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Wake: is a ceremony that is held to allow the
family and friends to view or watch over the
deceased.
Funeral: is a ceremony in which deceased
person is buried or cremated. During, a
funeral, the death is formally acknowledged.
Memorial Service: is a ceremony to remember
the deceased person. These are often put in
place for major events such as 9/11, Pearl
Harbor, and Vietnam War.
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What are healthy ways to deal with a loss?
What are unhealthy ways one may deal with a
loss? Explain.
What are some ways that you may deal with a
loss? Explain.