Taking away taboos and assist the people who grief: Living a long, happy and meaningful life

1. Summary (Serious) grief may encompass various symptoms and can be re- garded as a specific, severe form of sorrow. People being circum- vented by the right people and atmosphere, generally experience less difficulties while going through the different phases that em- brace bereavement compared to people who are not. It suggests that besides approaching the symptoms associated with grief, the social elements to combat grief are rather important too. Although social support is acknowledged to be helpful during (traumatic) grief, little information is available about the type of support and behavior that is considered helpful.