Complicated Grief: What It Is and When to Seek Professional Help
In this blog post, we will explore what complicated grief is, possible causes, signs and symptoms, and recognizing when it's time to seek the help of a mental health professional.
In this blog post, we will explore what complicated grief is, possible causes, signs and symptoms, and recognizing when it's time to seek the help of a mental health professional.
Grief is a journey that individuals go on when they experience the death of a loved one, but it's important to understand that it is not restricted to death alone. Life is full of transitions and changes, many of which can produce profound feelings of grief and loss. Comparisons and judgements about whose grief is worse, are unhelpful because everyone is unique and feels their loss at 100%.
In this blog post, we'll explore the art of being there for someone. We'll discuss how to listen with empathy, respect their timeline, and provide practical help. We'll also explore the power of sharing memories, choosing the right words, and understanding when professional help may be needed.
Grief is a universal part of being human. It can hit us like a sudden and devastating wave or linger persistently, wearing us down bit by bit. In this blog post, I want to shed light on the nature of grief and help you understand its complexity.