Grief and Loss
Everyone
experiences traumatic and/or painful losses within their lifetime. There
are many types of loss such as death of a family member or friend, separation
or divorce, loss of a job, or children leaving home.
Grief
is the most common response to loss. It is a natural, necessary reaction
to a significant change or loss in our lives. Grief can make you more
susceptible to illness, cause fatigue, insomnia, weight loss, higher
blood pressure and heart rates. Grieving people commonly experience
a wide range of emotions and reactions.
The time it takes each person to heal varies. A person's reaction depends
on the type of loss, their personality, previous losses, and the type
of support that is available. Grief normally gets easier with time though
sometimes it feels overwhelming or does not appear to get better.
If
you need help to get through the process, therapy has proven highly
effective in helping people through their grieving process. Health
and Wellness Group can help.