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Prolonged Grieving: When to Get Help

November 05, 2012

Grieving is an individual experience, dependent on you and the nature of your loss. There isn't a "normal" or "expected" period of time for grieving. Some people adjust to their altered life within several weeks or months, while others take a year or more.


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How to Communicate Your Needs When Grieving

November 05, 2012

When you lose a family member or loved one, the people who care about you try to help you in their own ways. Some people bring you food. Some invite you to spend time in a casual setting or doing planned activities. Some think it’s best to keep your mind occupied by work and hobbies. Others expect you to stay away from work or other activities while you deal with your grief. Everyone’s expectations are different, and everyone’s needs are different, when dealing with grief. You must communicate your needs to your friends and family to help them help you while you’re grieving.


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Helping Children With Grief

November 05, 2012

When a loved one dies, helping kids cope with their loss is challenging, particularly as you work through your own grief. A child's ability to understand death, and the manner in which you approach the topic, depends on the child's age. While each child is different, basic guidelines apply.


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When Should Grieving End?

November 05, 2012

When you lose someone, the grief is intense. Pain, memories, and questions can easily haunt you. There is an emptiness inside that may make you feel like you’ll never laugh, recover, or be whole again. When will this pain end? More importantly, when should it end?


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Bereavement Support Groups: Are They for You?

November 05, 2012

Bereavement support groups offer a good venue for grieving individuals to seek support. Grieving is often a lonely process, and some people find it extremely helpful to speak with others experiencing a similar loss. It helps to know that other people are going through what you’re going through. Bereavement groups help you explore and express your grief, and are a great alternative to, or supplement for, one-on-one bereavement counseling.


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What to Say in Times of Grief

By: Rachel Schnebly
November 05, 2012

Almost everyone worries about what to say to those who are grieving. It is a delicate time, and you want to say something comforting. There is also fear of saying the wrong thing. This often leads people to avoid talking about death or mentioning the deceased person. However, those grieving need to feel their loss is acknowledged, and their loved one won’t be forgotten.