Grief and the Impact of Spiritual Beliefs

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Northern Kentucky University

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"Loss and Grief is a topic that impacts everyone in the world. Many individuals struggle with the grief process and the negative effect it can have on one’s life, including one’s own mental health. The purpose of this study is to gain an understanding of how one’s Spiritual beliefs may impact their grief journey. Several interviews were completed to gain a firsthand account of how their spiritual beliefs impacted their grief process. These results will help the mental health field gain a deeper understanding of how our belief systems can impact grief in a positive way."

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2021 Celebration of Student Research and Creativity presentation

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Grief, Spiritual life, Spirituality

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