Bereavement is the immediate period of mourning experienced after a death. Bereavement periods—being in a state of loss—
vary based on many factors. The Learning Center articles explain loss and bereavement, explore types of loss based on relationships or circumstances, and offers information on ways to cope.

Bereavement is the immediate period of mourning experienced after a death. It is the state of having suffered a loss. The length of time that bereavement lasts varies, dependent upon many factors, including how close a relationship the bereaved has with the deceased and type of loss.

In this section, learn about loss and bereavement, explore types of loss based on relationship or circumstance, and find ways to cope.