As important as it is to study those who are having the greatest difficulty adjusting to life after loss, there might be much to be gained by studying the people who have created beautiful, meaningful, loving lives after terrible losses. Although this resilience has not yet been the subject of investigation in neuroscience, in psychology it is called post-traumatic growth. People who have experienced enormous growth have much to teach us, and their brain may have an important role, from how they process reminders of their loved one to the ways they become loving, compassionate, and effective
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