The 5 Stages of MD Grief

by Irving Faust

Denial
Fear, Loss
No! Never! Impossible!
This Cannot Be Happening
Help!

Anger
Rage, Fury
Screaming, Crying, Cringing
I Am So Frightened
Depression

Negotiation
Bargain, Plead
Begging, Dealing, Promising,
What Can I Do?
Compromise

Resignation Helpless, Hopeless
Acquiescing, Surrendering, Yielding
I Can Do Nothing
Submission

Acceptance
Confirmation, Approval
Acknowledging, Agreeing, Understanding
Life Continues after MD
Hopefulness