Things to Know About Grief Grief is a
process you go through that typically accompanies an emotional trauma such as
the death of a loved one.
In this week’s blog at C.
R. Low Funeral Directors we look at the grieving process and the
many forms it can come in.
Grieving is Normal When you lose someone close to you, the typical
response is called “normal grieving”. This often includes the 5 stages of
grief, such as denial and anger. The process is different for everyone, though,
so it is important for individuals to allow themselves to grieve in their own
way.
There are many options for support during this
challenging time, including family and friends, therapists and support groups.
It takes time to heal from loss, so finding the most effective way to cope is a
priority.
Grieving does not only occur when a loved one passes,
however. The loss of a pet, close friendship or even your dream job can cause
emotional distress. This difficult time can also lead to secondary grief which
is when a current trauma triggers an emotional response to a previous stressful
experience.
Types of Grief In addition to normal grief, there are many different
types to be aware of. These include:
Complicated Traumatic Chronic Anticipatory Complicated and chronic grief present initially as
typical mourning but they gradually worsen and do not get better over time.
This is a mental health condition which can also lead to physical problems so
consulting a therapist is recommended to help individuals heal.
With chronic grief, sufferers could experience these
effects for years without improving unless they seek professional help. If
someone has a loved one with a terminal illness they can have the anticipatory
type of mourning as it is caused by an impending loss.
In addition to these types, there are many
others such as exaggerated, masked and collective. Always consult a
specialist for advice and support to enable you to cope during this difficult
time.
How to Recover Time is the greatest healer. When someone you love
passes away or you lose your dream house, grief can appear in a variety of
ways. Coping and recovering is a priority for all sufferers and there are
several suggested methods for this.
Ask For Help Be Patient With
Yourself Try to Keep
Things as Normal as Possible Keep Active Eat Well The best thing you can do is look after yourself as
much as possible. That could include continuing to eat healthily, not drinking
too much alcohol, or spending time with supportive family members and friends.
Contact Us Today Get in touch with C. R. Low Funeral Directors
today for details about our funeral services and how we can assist you during
this difficult time. Please call us on 01750 21259 or send a message via the contact form for a prompt response.