Researchers have discovered that dealing with the grief of losing a parent is so hard because the feelings of loss affect the brain directly.The grieving processsends the amygdala (the part of the brain that regulates emotions of distress) into overdrive, and makes the brain release stress hormo...
64 Tips for Coping with Grief at the Holiday 1. Acknowledge that the holidays will be different and hard. 2. Decide which traditions you want to keep. 3. Decide which traditions you want to change. 4. Create a new tradition in memory of your loved one....
The process of grief is challenging, nearly universal, and unique to every person. If your friend or loved one is coping with loss, there are several ways you can show your care and concern, coupled with the guidance of a mental health professional.
Grief Therapy and Loss Counseling If you have just suffered the loss of a loved one, it may seem that happiness is an emotion that is out of reach. Taking…
Grief is a continuous feeling. It’s critical to recognize that grieving for your pet is entirely acceptable. You must accept that this is a huge loss and that you will need to find strategies to cope. Don’t attempt to dodge it or dismiss it. Be open to feelings of sadness as they ...
During the past year, I’ve thought a lot about pet grief and why it’s so hard. Grief, in general, remains a tough topic to talk about in our society. Maybe it’s not taboo anymore, but it’s still a topic many avoid whenever possible. Talking about grief and loss makes people ...
(HealthDay)—People who have lost a loved one in the past year can have difficulty coping during the holidays, an expert says. Ad But it's important for them to understand that this time of year doesn't need to be sad and that there are ways for them to manage their grief and find...
Healing After the Loss of Your Mother: A Grief & Comfort Manual Touched by Suicide: Hope and Healing After Loss Loss of any kind hurts. You may have lost a loved one to death. Or, maybe you’ve gone through a divorce or separation recently. You need to learn a few coping mechanisms ...
Coping with the loss of a child will cause an ebb and flow of painful grief and sorrow for many months after their death. Find a place to be alone with your suffering. Being away from it all will allow you to process what you’re going through in private. ...
Not everyone's equipped to handle your pain, and that's okay. 2. Stick to your tribe Find a friend or family member you're close to that you know has a similar type of grief or loss to yours. People with shared grief experiences make great listeners and advise-givers. You can talk...