Bereavement Resources
Bereavement is the period of grief and mourning following the death of a loved one.
Key points:
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It involves emotional, psychological, and sometimes physical responses to loss.
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Common experiences include sadness, longing, anger, guilt, or numbness.
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Bereavement is a natural and personal process, with intensity and duration varying between individuals.
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It can affect daily functioning, relationships, and overall wellbeing.
In short, bereavement is the process of coping with and adjusting to the death of someone significant in one’s life.
Some may experience psychological symptoms such as:
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Sadness, sorrow, or emotional pain
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Feelings of anger, guilt, or regret
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Anxiety or fear about the future
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Emotional numbness or difficulty feeling anything
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Trouble concentrating or making decisions
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Longing or yearning for the deceased
Some may experience physical symptoms such as:
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Fatigue or low energy
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Sleep disturbances (insomnia or oversleeping)
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Changes in appetite or weight
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Headaches, stomachaches, or other stress-related aches
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Crying spells or tearfulness
When should you seek help with bereavement?
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If you are experiencing extreme symptoms (either physical, psychological or both), prolonged or intense grief, experiencing physical health impacts, social withdrawal or symptoms are getting in the way of normal daily functioning, it may be time to seek help with your bereavement.
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Below, you’ll find a variety of resources that may help support you with your bereavement. Please take a moment to explore them.
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