Death Goes Digital

Ep10 - How Is Grief And Bereavement Expressed On Facebook?


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When someone dies, their online identity does not die with them. If a deceased Facebook user leaves behind a once active profile, friends and family members may choose to use this virtual space to express grief, interact with one another, and engage in active memorialization. Young adults who are traditionally marginalized in the grieving process can take advantage of the digital space to engage in mourning rituals.
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Death Goes DigitalBy Peter Billingham