atic expressions of fear such as choking sensations and breathing attacks.
(4) Acquisition of symptoms similar to those felt by the deceased, e.g. symptoms associated with the particular terminal illness from which the loved one died.
(5) Distress experienced in the upper half of the sternum often associated with feelings that something is stuck inside.
(7) Recurrence of depressive symptoms and searching behavior on specific dates such as on the anniversary of the death, the birthday of the deceased, and holidays.
(8) Despite the amount of time occurring since the loss (months or even years), the person feels as if the death just happened.
(9) Unwillingness to get rid of or move the loved one's material possessions.
(10) A change in one's interpersonal relationships following the death.
(11) Diminished participation in religious and ritual activities.
(12) An inability to discuss the loved one without crying or the voice cracking, p
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