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Grief

What is grief? Grief is the emotional response to loss, often associated with the death of a loved one, but it can also arise from other major life disruptions, like divorce, job loss, or serious illness. It affects mental, emotional, and physical health and can reshape a person’s identity and worldview.

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Why Did I Choose This Theme?

I chose the theme of grief because it holds deep personal significance to me. I have experienced grief firsthand through the loss of my mother, who passed away after her battle with cancer. This profound experience inspired me to explore the complex emotions and stages of grief. Through this theme, I aim to create a game that not only reflects my own journey but also resonates with others who have faced similar challenges. My hope is to capture the universal aspects of grief while offering a meaningful and cathartic experience for players.

Experiences in which i have faced grief:

• my mother being taken off chemo
• my mother dying
• experience rejection
• my cousin dying
• my friend dying
• experiencing betrayal
• leaving school

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What do I want to find out? ​​

Who discovered the theory of grief?How was grief discovered?How does grief impact us?What are the different types of grief?How do individuals process loss?How do different cultures grieve?How do cultural beliefs about the afterlife impact grief?What role does community play in grief?Is grief something people move on from?How do children process grief differently?How do artists express grief?How do video games explore grief?How does society respond to grief?How has technology changed how people grieve?What are healthy vs. unhealthy coping mechanisms for grief?

Can grief lead to personal growth or transformation?

• Who discovered the theory of grief?