Grieving Deeply May Impact Longevity, Study Finds

Fast Summary

• Research on Grief: A study conducted by Aarhus University in Denmark linked intense, prolonged grief after the death of a loved one to a higher risk of mortality within the decade following the loss.
• Study Details: Over 1700 individuals (average age: 62) who lost someone to terminal illness were surveyed before death and at intervals of six months and three years afterward. participants described their experiences with grief, categorized as low-grief, high-grief, declining grief, or delayed grief.
• Mortality Data: Ten years after their loss,individuals experiencing high levels of persistent grief had an 88% greater mortality rate compared to those with low levels of persistent grief.
• Additional Findings: Lifestyle changes such as skipping meals or inactivity might worsen health outcomes for bereaved individuals. Pre-existing health conditions were found more commonly among high-grief participants but do not fully explain the increased mortality risk.
• Expert Opinion: Researchers suggest that prolonged intense emotions may strain the body while advocating for targeted support systems for people grappling with severe and prolonged mourning.

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