Nancy Berns

Nancy Berns is a professor of sociology at Drake University and the author of the book 'Closure: The Rush to End Grief and What It Costs Us.' Her research focuses on the complexities of grief and the societal pressures surrounding the concept of closure. Berns critiques the notion that closure is always attainable or necessary, highlighting the importance of allowing space for both joy and sorrow in the grieving process, particularly in the face of profound losses.