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Bereavement

Grief is a response to the loss of a loved one, and there is no set formula or timescale for dealing with bereavement. It is usual for sufferers to sometimes experience a variety of feelings following the death of a loved one, such as anger, shame, regret or guilt. Issues of personal faith or belief may arise along with stress, anxiety or feeling low.

Sometimes the age of a loved one or how they have died can have a causal affect on the sufferer's bereavement process, especially in the case of murder or suicide when unanswered questions are likely to arise.

It can be extremely useful for sufferers to talk through their feelings with a counsellor or therapist. Medication can be prescribed by a GP in cases where anxiety or depression becomes too overwhelming.

If you or someone you know is suffering

Even sufferers who have a strong support network from friends or family can benefit from exploring their feelings following bereavement. A counsellor or psychotherapist will work with the sufferer to help them understand and acknowledge the whole spectrum of feelings surrounding the loved one, their death and what this means for them.

If you are feeling suicidal and live in the UK, please telephone The Samaritans for immediate support on 08457 909090 or contact them through their website at www.samaritans.org If you live outside the UK, please contact Befrienders at www.befrienders.org