Pet Grief in Older Adults: Finding Comfort Through Faith
Jessica Pizarro
The loss of a pet is devastating at any age, but for older adults, the grief can carry a weight that is hard to understand. After decades of life experiences, most people seem to think that older adults have developed the ability to face grief more easily than the rest of us. The reality is more complex. When an older adult loses a pet that has been part of their daily lives for many years, they can feel overwhelmed by the grief. If a pet has been their constant companion through retirement, illness, or the loss of a spouse, this loss can be painful and lonely. The good news is...
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