<unk>  grief is considered when an individual’s ability to resume normal activities and responsibilities is continually disrupted beyond six months of bereavement. Six months is considered to be the appropriate point of CGD consideration, since studies show that most people are able to integrate bereavement into their lives by this time. Symptoms The symptoms of<unk>  grief are mentioned in the most-recently proposed diagnostic criteria; they include maladaptive thoughts and behaviors related to the death or the deceased, continuous emotional dysregulation about the death, social isolation and suicidal ideation. Central to<unk>  grief is the presence of yearning. Causes and predictors Although more research is needed to determine the multiple pathways to<unk> , preexisting conditions (such as major depression, PTSD, and sleep disorders) are thought to exacerbate the interruption of the natural healing process. There are some known predictive characteristics for CGD. An individual is at increased risk for CGD if they are: * Female and Age of 61 or older * Pessimistic * Previously diagnosed with a mood disorder * Low self-reported social support * An insecure attachment * High stress * A positive caregiving experience and dependency on the deceased * Have had an early pregnancy loss (miscarriage) *Monthly income below €1250 Suicide and Homicide Persons who lose family members to violent or unnatural causes are considered more likely to be vulnerable to experiencing CGD or persistent complex bereavement disorder due to the traumatic nature of the loss. Consequences Untreated CGD has clinically significant consequences. A high level of impairment can be pervasive, including destructive thoughts and behaviors (such as substance abuse). CGD may worsen the course of preexisting disorders and contribute to the development of new ones.
Complicated grief disorder
Prolonged grief disorder
Acute stress disorder
Adjustment disorder
Malingering of post-traumatic stress disorder
Complex post-traumatic stress disorder
Transference neurosis
Posttraumatic embitterment disorder