Dealing with death is something that every human being will go through. To experience bereavement or grief is normal and yet how we respond can vary from person to person. Some people may not appear to be distressed, although they may cope in a way that we can’t see, others may be very tearful and visibly saddened.
The time scale of grief is unlimited and is really dependent on a person’s emotions and thought processes.
If you notice a lot of change in yourself such as:
-disturbed sleep
-lack or increase of apetite
-not wanting to socialise as much
-tired and lacking energy
Then it is important that you seek help. This could be professional help (see links below) or talking to friends and family. Figuring out what your body needs is the first step: if you need to be cheered up, express some emotion through creativity or making something, or if you need to relax? Taking care of basic needs is a must when coping with grief and can help you to come to terms with the loss.
Cruse Bereavement Cumbria
A charity offering a free call service 03006003434 (9.30 - 5pm).
There is also help and support in person from volunteers.
Support for young people
Child Bereavement UK support young people up to the age of 25 who have suffered a bereavement
Advice around bereavment
Useful advice about coping with bereavement from the mix website.
What do I do?
Support with handling the topic of bereavement, particularly with children
Practical help for feeling low
Making a plan of getting more support can help cope with the loss of a loved one, check out some advice here
