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Grief/Loss
Grief is the feeling that you experience with the
death of a loved one. Loss is the feeling that you experience
when a significant absence or change occurs in your life, but
isn’t related to death. However, some losses may actually
feel worse than a death, (which are the most misunderstood feelings
of all). There are several indications of grief and loss, which
include: shock, sadness, anger, guilt and sometimes, no feelings
at all.
Shock- Shock is the feeling of surprise where you may wonder “why
me?”
Sadness- Sadness is the feeling of sorrow where you will miss
the person you have loved so much
Anger- Anger is the feeling of rage, where you may wonder “why
did this person have to leave”
Guilt- Guilt is the feeling that you could have done something
to change the situation, and you may say “I didn’t
say enough or do enough when the person was here”
No feelings- Sometimes, when the loss of a loved one is unexpected,
you may feel confused and may not even know what to feel, or what
to say. These feelings are normal and should not be confused with
a dislike for the individual.
What you can do:
- If you feel overwhelmed by grief or loss, are having difficulties
getting back to a normal routine, or considering taking your
own life because of your grief or loss, please make an attempt
to
get help and call 1-877 YOUTHLINE, or call 1-800 SUICIDE
- Talk
to an adult that you trust
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