As a funeral service, we thought we would specifically focus on Mental Health support for bereavement.
Losing someone close to you can be emotionally devastating and it is natural to go through a range of physical and emotional processes as we try to come to terms with the loss. There are numerous feelings that are common during grief:
. Sadness and Depression
. Shock, Denial or Disbelief
. Panic and Confusion
. Anger and Hostility
. Feeling overwhelmed
. Relief
It is vital to remember that there is no right or wrong way to mourn the loss of someone important to us. As we see more and more on TV, on social media, and hearing on the radio, it is vital that people emotionally open up to friends, family, and professionals. The start of seeking help is to talk.
It is extremely important to also remember that there is no time limit on grief and varies hugely from person to person. The time spent in a period of bereavement will be different for everybody and depends on factors such as the type of relationship, the strength of attachment to the person who has died, the situation surrounding their death, and the amount of time spent anticipating the death.
It is interesting to know that there are also two other types of grief which people may experience.
Anticipatory Grief – occurs when you expect the passing and features a lot of the same emotions as outlined above. It does not necessarily replace, reduce or make grief after the loss any easier or shorter, but it may provide the opportunity to prepare for the loss and for what the future may look like.
Secondary Loss – After any loss, you may also experience what is known as ‘secondary loss’. After the initial shock of losing a loved one, you may struggle when thinking about future experiences that those people will be there to share or see, such as watching children grow up, weddings, and other life events.
We urge anyone who suffers from any form of mental health issues to contact a professional before it is too late, unfortunately in this profession, we see the devastating effect it can have.
As always, we are just a telephone call away, and whilst we are not professional counselors we will always be here to lend a listening ear and help point you in the right direction.
For further information on the topic above please see below a list of useful contacts:
