Intense Grief Can Raise Your Risk of Death by Nearly 90%

Summary: While grief is a natural part of loss, some people experience persistently high levels that can have long-term health consequences. A decade-long study in Denmark found that individuals with intense, prolonged grief symptoms had significantly higher rates of healthcare use and were nearly twice as likely to die within 10 years. These individuals were more likely to receive mental health treatment and medications, including antidepressants and sedatives. Early signs, such as pre-existing...