Definition of Grief:
From the DSM-5:
Bereavement: Intense yearning or longing for the deceased, intense sorrow and emotional pain, and preoccupation with the deceased or the circumstances of the death are expected responses occurring in bereavement, whereas fear of separation from other attachment figures is central in separation anxiety disorder.
Diagnoses Related to Grief:
From the DSM-5:
Persistent Complex Bereavement Disorder: ‘Persistent complex bereavement disorder is diagnosed only if at least 12 months (6 months in children) have elapsed since the death of someone with whom the bereaved had a close relationship. This time frame discriminates normal grief from persistent grief. The condition typically involves a persistent yearning/longing for the deceased, which may be associated with intense sorrow and frequent crying or preoccupation with the deceased. The individual may also be preoccupied with the manner in which the person died.’
References:
American Psychiatric Association: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition. Anxiety Disorders (194). Arlington, VA, American Psychiatric Association, 2013.
American Psychiatric Association: Diagnostic and Statistical Manual of Mental Disorders, Fifth Edition. Anxiety Disorders (194). Arlington, VA, American Psychiatric Association, 2013.
Disclaimer: Due to the nature of this post, this information is meant to be inform and not serve as a diagnosis for grief. If you believe you or someone you know need help in regards with grief, please seek out a doctor or professional for a proper diagnosis.