Death is a sheltered experience in our dominant culture, and many shy away from doing anything so as to avoid doing the ...

Grief is hard and the holidays make it even harder. Our society does not understand or like grief. In fact, we do a great job of pushing away those who are struggling because their grief makes us ...

Dear Eric: I have a friend I’ll call “Sally.” She is in her mid-50s and is single with no kids. Both of her parents are deceased. Prior to her mother’s death, she quit her job to care for her. Once ...

People struggle with how to talk with friends, family, and work colleagues after someone has died. This post provides ideas ...

Dear Eric: As we approach the holidays, I am faced with a dilemma. A few individuals on my Christmas card list suffered the devastating loss of a spouse in the past couple of years. It seems perverse ...

The holiday season is often seen as a time of joy and togetherness, but for those who are grieving, it can deepen loss and isolation. While many celebrate, remember that some need extra support during ...

DEAR ABBY: I’m a 35-year-old man who has always been able to help friends with loss and life changes, until now. For context, I am going through the adoption process with imminent placement. I am in ...