Understanding Grief

Near-Death Experiences

Understanding Children’s Near-Death Experiences

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on March 3, 2024

How do near-death experiences impact the lives of children?

How do near-death experiences impact the lives of children?

Near-Death Experiences

New Insights on Terminal Lucidity and Near-Death Experiences

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on November 27, 2023

The exploration of the mysteries surrounding the deathbed continues.

The exploration of the mysteries surrounding the deathbed continues.

Caregiving

The Use of Virtual Reality in Hospice

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on August 8, 2023

Here is how virtual reality is helping the dying fulfill their last wishes.

Here is how virtual reality is helping the dying fulfill their last wishes.

Fear

How We Use Euphemisms for Death

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on May 11, 2023

While much has changed since the time of the ancients, the fear of death has not.

While much has changed since the time of the ancients, the fear of death has not.

Grief

The Role of Grief in Addiction

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on February 11, 2023

Some try to cope with the pain of grief by numbing themselves through substances. Here are ways to address it.

Some try to cope with the pain of grief by numbing themselves through substances. Here are ways to address it.

Fear

The Fear of Death and the Rise of Psychedelics

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on October 7, 2022

Is it possible not to fear death? New research offers hope.

Is it possible not to fear death? New research offers hope.

Education

Schizophrenia and the Family: Learning to Communicate

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on June 16, 2022

What are the barriers to an effective conversation with someone who is schizophrenic?

What are the barriers to an effective conversation with someone who is schizophrenic?

Anger

Schizophrenia and the Family: Getting the Diagnosis

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on April 25, 2022

Do you know the early signs of schizophrenia?

Do you know the early signs of schizophrenia?

Grief

What Impact Do End-of-Life Experiences Have on Grief?

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on March 16, 2022

Some exceptional experiences occur around the deathbed that can have a profound impact on those experiencing or witnessing them.

Some exceptional experiences occur around the deathbed that can have a profound impact on those experiencing or witnessing them.

Psychosis

Schizophrenia: What It Is and Is Not

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on February 8, 2022

How much do you really know about schizophrenia?

How much do you really know about schizophrenia?

Suicide

"Nine Perfect Strangers" and the Grief of a Child's Suicide

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on August 28, 2021

The lasting effects of suicide on a family.

The lasting effects of suicide on a family.

Fear

A Survivor’s Perspective on Antisemitism

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on July 14, 2021

The resurgence of antisemitism has a far-reaching effect in America and abroad. Read what Holocaust survivor Anne Skorecki Levy has to say.

The resurgence of antisemitism has a far-reaching effect in America and abroad. Read what Holocaust survivor Anne Skorecki Levy has to say.

Grief

Lisey’s Story: A Cautionary Tale of Unresolved Grief

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on June 9, 2021

What Stephen King's story can tell us about the many faces of grief.

What Stephen King's story can tell us about the many faces of grief.

Grief

The Role of Food in Grief, and How We Can Help

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on April 4, 2021

Part 2: Eating alone is a major problem for the bereaved.

Part 2: Eating alone is a major problem for the bereaved.

Grief

The Role of Food in Death and Grief

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on March 7, 2021

Part 1: What good is food for the dead?

Part 1: What good is food for the dead?

Grief

What Grief Counselors Can Learn From WandaVision

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on February 5, 2021

What lessons in spousal bereavement can we learn from WandaVision?

What lessons in spousal bereavement can we learn from WandaVision?

Grief

How Journaling Can Help You Grieve

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on January 26, 2021

Journaling has been proven to help people process grief. Here are 5 ways to get started.

Journaling has been proven to help people process grief. Here are 5 ways to get started.

Domestic Violence

What Do I Do With My Loved One’s Belongings?

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on January 1, 2021

Deciding what to do with what's left behind.

Deciding what to do with what's left behind.

Trauma

Twelve Steps for Healing Trauma From a Holocaust Survivor

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on November 14, 2020

Edith Eger, author of "The Gift," explains how recovery is possible even after the most horrible experiences.

Edith Eger, author of "The Gift," explains how recovery is possible even after the most horrible experiences.

Grief

Superhero Grief: Talking to Your Kids About Death

Marilyn A. Mendoza Ph.D. on September 11, 2020

Ways to help children cope with the loss of their heroes.

Ways to help children cope with the loss of their heroes.