Sunday, October 13, 2013

REACTIONS TO GRIEF

Although people grieve differently, experts have identified several common reactions. 
 As you are embarking on your journey, realize you may experience many reactions, including some not  listed there. 
Physical reactions you may have are:


  • Change in appetite-weight loss or gain
  • Insomnia & sleep disturbance
  • Edginess & Irritability
  • Deep Sighing
  • Digestive problems
  • Muscle tension
  • Racing heartbeat
  • Fatigue, Exhaustion & lack of energy
  • Headaches


In addition to physical reactions, you may experience:

  • Difficulty focusing
  • An increase or decrease in the number of dreams you experience
  • Frequent crying episodes
  • A sense of loneliness or sadness
  • Forgetfulness
  • Shock, guilt and/or fear
  • Hostility & frustration
  • Lack of Motivation
  • A feeling of "going crazy"
  •  Numbness
  • Depression

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