Why Do We Grieve?

Why Do We Grieve?

Grieving is a uniquely human emotion - or is it? This lecture explores why, how and when living beings grieve.

By Gresham College

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Gresham College

Barnard's Inn Hall Holborn London EC1N 2HH United Kingdom

About this event

Grieving is a uniquely human emotion - or is it? Is the apparent attachment of elephants or orcas to the bodies of dead relatives a sign of grief, or simply an instinctive behaviour without emotional implications? Why do some people seem able to handle grief so much better than others? And how close are we to finding a pharmaceutical ‘cure’ for grief…and if we find it, should we use it?

A lecture by Professor Robin May.

This event is also available to watch live online. To register, visit: https://www.gresham.ac.uk/whats-on/why-grieve

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