08/12/2024
5️⃣ PSYCHOLOGICAL STAGES OF GRIEF ->
DENIAL refers to the period of grieving during which a person refuses to accept the reality of a situation.
Example - refusing to accept or acknowledge the death
ANGER is a normal part of the grieving process, though it may seem hurtful or offensive to loved ones. It can be a natural response directed toward oneself, family members, doctors, God, or even the deceased.
Example - blaming a medical doctor for not preventing an illness
BARGAINING is often irrational. During the bargaining stage of grief, a person attempts to negotiate or make compromises. We try to make agreements with ourselves, or a deal with a higher power, in exchange for feeling less sad or having a different outcome.
Example - "If only I had brought her to the doctor sooner, this would have been cured."
DEPRESSION is a feeling of sadness and hopelessness that often results with the loss of a loved one. While the earlier stages of grief help to protect us from the emotional pain experienced with loss, often these feelings are inevitable.
Example - feelings of sadness, loss of interest in activities you normally enjoy, feeling worthless or guilty, lack of energy
Feelings of depression are a natural reaction to grief. Following the loss of a loved one, acute grief can impact your functioning for a limited time. Bereavement can lead to PROLONGED GRIEF DISORDER if these feelings persist and continue to cause significant impairment and distress in your life for more than a year. PROLONGED GRIEF DISORDER is a diagnosable medical condition and can become disabling if not managed appropriately.
ACCEPTANCE refers to the period of grief when we finally come to terms with accepting the reality of our loss. When we have reached this stage of acceptance, we no longer deny or struggle against our grief. During this time, we work to focus our energy on celebrating the life of our loved one, cherish the memories that were shared, and make plans for moving forward.
EMBRACE CLOSENESS & WARMTH OF YOUR OWN SELF COMPANY ALONGWITH BEING WITH YOUR LOVED ONES
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