ABSTRACT
Grief is a normal response to loss; however, when it involves a sudden, traumatic death, it may frequently produce distressing thoughts, images, or feelings associated with the death (Gabbard, 2000; Briere and Scott, 2013). These persistent thoughts may lead to blame of self or others, disruption of daily living routines, inability to engage in activities that bring pleasure, withdrawal, and a wide variety of other reactions. However, this denition does not adequately encompass traumatic life events or experiences.
