Disenfranchised grief
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Disenfranchised grief is a term describing grief that is not acknowledged by society. Examples of disenfranchised grief are the loss of a pet, an aborted/miscarried pregnancy, death of a celebrity, or even a fictional character. This is compared to more traditional forms of grief, such as loss of a spouse, parent, or child. Traditional forms of grief are more heavily recognized even in nontraditional living situations.
Disenfranchised grief, when legitimate, can create problems with bereavement leave with work. There are few support systems, traditions, or institutions; which normally help the grieving process.
