The grief experienced over the death of a loved one is especially severe when death is experienced
A) as a time that requires sharing honest emotions with others.
B) after years of anticipating the death of one's loved one.
C) as a time for celebrating the life and memory of the deceased person.
D) as coming before its expected time on the social clock.

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The unexpected death of a loved one goes against the social clock, which is society's expectation for the timing of major life events. This can make the grief even more severe as it is not seen as "natural" or anticipated.

The Grief Experienced Over the Death of a Loved One