Grieving over something that has not yet occurred is referred to as Anticipatory Grief. When someone is terminal and dying, Anticipatory Grief is common as one grieves the event before it occurs.
Please also review AIHCP’s Grief Counseling Courses and see if they meet your academic and professional goals. The program is online and independent study and open to qualified professionals looking for a four year certification in Grief Counseling
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