The loss of a loved one is one of the great challenges we face throughout our lives. When this happens, a lot of intense feelings are produced: sadness, pain, loneliness, confusion, frustration…, which we must face in order to overcome this loss and continue with our lives.
The process of emotional acceptance and adjustment that we experience when this loss occurs is known as grief. The pain, suffering, its memory and crying is part of the normal process of reaction to a loss.
The duration of the mourning period depends on a series of factors and is therefore not defined but can last months or even a year. During this time, leaning on loved ones, talking about the loss, and accepting our feelings are helpful strategies to get our lives back on track.
Symptoms of grief stress and treatment
During this grieving process, our body faces a stressful situation that weakens it. We experience different symptoms that are associated with grief stress such as sleep disturbances, cardiac disorders, decreased sociability, feelings of anger, loss of appetite or even, in the worst case, wishes to die.
All this can endanger our health and lead to anxiety and depression. Therefore, it is recommended that if you experience these symptoms frequently, you go to a professional who will help you deal with our feelings.
Time heals everything, but if we also have the support of a professional who understands our pain, supports us and helps us deal with it, the road to recovery will not be so uphill.
