Tag Archives: Grief Loss and Bereavement

Will Man’s Best Friend Mourn His Loss?

The phenomenon of loyal dogs grieving after the death of their owners.
Posted on October 12, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Earlier this year, we examined the phenomenon of grief in animals and discovered that most experts agree that many types of wild animals seem to experience grief at the loss of companions, mates, or offspring. But, what about pets? Do … Continue reading →

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Grief, Loss, and the End-of-Life Experience in the Age of the Tweet

How do our online networks effect the way we address real-life death?
Posted on August 10, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

“Here it is. I’m dead…” Earlier this year, Derek Miller published to his blog a farewell post—the day after his death. Before this, Miller had been blogging about his fight with metastatic colorectal cancer. SevenPonds recently published a Just Passed … Continue reading →

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Psychotherapy at the End of Life Helps Patients and Grieving Families

End-of-life patients pass on their memories and knowledge to families through the process of dignity therapy.
Posted on July 20, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A study at University of Manitoba-Winnipeg, Canada, has tested an addition to the approach to end-of-life care for terminally-ill patients that seems to greatly increase a patient’s quality of life and reduce end-of-life distress. Unlike traditional palliative care, which focuses … Continue reading →

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Nadine Jarvis Challenges Traditional Approach to Cremation

The artist's thought-provoking approach to the grieving process through the application of cremation remains
Posted on July 17, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Nadine Jarvis has turned the concept of the cremation vessel on its head with her Rest in Pieces, Birdfeeder, and pencil box projects. All of the projects utilize cremation ashes in unique and thought-provoking ways, and they are aimed at … Continue reading →

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Vadis Turner’s “Burial Party”

Her newest installation reminds us of the possibilities of growth through loss and grief.
Posted on July 10, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

Vadis Turner is a Brooklyn artist who creates mixed-media sculptures, paintings, and installations with a colorful and whimsical take on various cultural and personal issues. Her most recent installation, Burial Party, was included last April at the Brooklyn Artists Ball … Continue reading →

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Art Displaying Grief “too serious” for SF Cafe

Ritual Coffee Roasters removes exhibit by Varese Layzer after just 6 days.
Posted on July 3, 2011 by Dana Sitar (Blog Writer, SevenPonds)

A small sensation has swept San Francisco this week, surrounding a show of photographs by the artist Varese Layzer. On June 21st, the exhibit, entitled “Making Room,” was put up for display at Ritual Coffee Roasters in San Francisco’s Mission … Continue reading →

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