Understanding Grief
A worksheet for 8th graders to understand the stages and healthy coping mechanisms of the grieving process.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. This worksheet will help you understand the different stages of grief and healthy ways to cope with loss.
1. The five stages of grief, as described by Elisabeth Kübler-Ross, are Denial, Anger, Bargaining, Depression, and .
2. Grief is a natural to loss.
3. During the stage, a person might try to negotiate with a higher power or fate to reverse the loss.
1. Which of the following is NOT typically considered a healthy coping mechanism for grief?
Talking to a trusted friend or family member
Expressing emotions through journaling or art
Isolating oneself from others and avoiding feelings
Seeking professional help from a therapist or counselor
2. The stage of grief where a person might feel numb or refuse to believe the loss is real is called:
Anger
Denial
Depression
Acceptance
1. Everyone experiences the stages of grief in the same order and for the same duration.
True
False
2. It is normal to feel a range of emotions, including sadness, anger, and even relief, during the grieving process.
True
False
1. Briefly describe the 'Acceptance' stage of grief.
2. Name two healthy ways a person can cope with feelings of sadness or anger during grief.
Use the words below to complete the sentences.
1. It's important to allow yourself to feel all your when grieving.
2. Seeking from friends, family, or professionals can be very helpful.
3. Grief is a unique and personal for everyone.
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