William Was Simply Devastated by the Loss of His Brother

Multiple Choice

William was simply devastated by the loss of his brother to colon cancer. The time between the diagnosis and his death was only three months. Shortly thereafter, William started to show signs of sadness and withdrawal that worried other family members. He just couldn't seem to shake his despair. Which of the following stages of death and dying might William be experiencing?

A) anger
B) bargaining
C) denial
D) depression