Elisabeth Kübler-Ross   'Loss, Grief, and Bereavement'   What are the causes and risk factors of prolonged grief? The risk factors for experiencing more serious symptoms of grief for a longer period of time can be related to the survivor's own physical and emotional health before the loss, the relationship between the bereaved and their family member or other loved one, as well as related to the nature of the death. For example, it is not uncommon for … [Read more...]