The 5 stages of grief, also known as the Kubler-Ross model, describe the range of emotions people go through when dealing with loss or grief.
These stages are not necessarily experienced in order, and not everyone goes through all five.
The five stages of grief, according to psychiatrist Elisabeth Kubler-Ross, are:
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Stages |
Description |
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1. Denial |
Refusing to accept the reality of the loss. |
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2. Anger |
Feeling intense frustration and anger, often at oneself or others. |
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3. Bargaining |
Trying to make deals or promises to reverse the loss or mitigate its impact. |
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4. Depression |
Experiencing deep sadness, despair, or hopelessness. |
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5. Acceptance |
Coming to terms with the reality of the loss and finding a way to move forward. |