We will learn the natural reactions to death. We will learn the importance of seeking help and support. We will learn the benefits of bereavement counseling. Sadness, anger, confusion, and emptiness are all natural reactions to death. Grief is not considered a mental disorder. However, grief and depression share a number of similarities such as sorrow, insomnia, loss of appetite, excessive sleeping, and over-eating. If these feelings or symptoms go on for a very long time, and if you feel you are not coping very well with grief, it may be worth seeking additional support. Bereavement counseling can offer you a better understanding of the mourning process.