Experiencing loss, grieving is the process by which a person experiences the pain of loss. As a result of experiencing grief, grief is accepted and integrated into one's experience.
Each person experiences grief differently. Some may accept the loss immediately, while others may need time. It is easier to go through experience this process with the support of a mental health professional.
In some cases, it is difficult for a person to cope with the grieving process. Then it is a complicated loss reaction.
A complicated loss reaction can be defined by the following criteria: if the person has experienced the loss of a loved one at least 1 year ago (6 months for children); at least 1 of the 4 symptoms has been present most of the time since the loss:
- a persistent intense longing for the deceased,
- feeling the intense pain of loss,
- persistent thoughts about the deceased person, the circumstances of the death.
Since the loss, at least 6 of the following symptoms have been persistently present: a) marked distress about the topic of loss:
- inability to accept the loss, inability to believe in the reality of the loss, and/or emotional numbness,
- inability to recall positive memories of the deceased person,
- anger about the reality of the loss,
- guilt or negative thoughts about oneself in relation to the death of the person,
- excessive avoidance of anything that reminds of the loss of the person;
Experiencing loss, grieving is the process by which a person experiences the pain of loss. As a result of experiencing grief, grief is accepted and integrated into one's experience.
Each person experiences grief differently. Some may accept the loss immediately, while others may need time. It is easier to go through experience this process with the support of a mental health professional.
In some cases, it is difficult for a person to cope with the grieving process. Then it is a complicated loss reaction.
A complicated loss reaction can be defined by the following criteria: if the person has experienced the loss of a loved one at least 1 year ago (6 months for children); at least 1 of the 4 symptoms has been present most of the time since the loss:
- a persistent intense longing for the deceased,
- feeling the intense pain of loss,
- persistent thoughts about the deceased person, the circumstances of the death.
Since the loss, at least 6 of the following symptoms have been persistently present: a) marked distress about the topic of loss:
- inability to accept the loss, inability to believe in the reality of the loss, and/or emotional numbness,
- inability to recall positive memories of the deceased person,
- anger about the reality of the loss,
- guilt or negative thoughts about oneself in relation to the death of the person,
- excessive avoidance of anything that reminds of the loss of the person;
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Practicing qualified cognitive behavioral psychologist.
I propose to create such a safe space where everyone can express themselves, share their emotions and problems, without fear of being judged or misunderstood. I welcome everyone who is looking for a way out of difficult situations and wants to improve their lives.
Together we can look for causes and solutions to the problems that haunt you, build relationships with loved ones and others, and increase your self-esteem and confidence.
Together we will work to make you feel happier, more confident and ready to become the best version of yourself. You deserve to be loved, cared for and happy, and I'm ready to help you achieve that.
Emotional instability ↩
Obsessive-compulsive disorder ↩
Generalized anxiety disorder ↩
Depression ↩
Low self-esteem ↩
Panic attacks ↩
Low stress tolerance ↩
Post-traumatic stress disorder ↩
Dysmorphophobic disorder ↩
Health Anxiety ↩
Phobia ↩
Social anxiety ↩
Experiencing loss, grieving ↩
Procrastination ↩
Relationship difficulties ↩
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ABOUT ME
I am a successful practicing cognitive behavioral psychologist.
I propose to create such a safe space where everyone can express themselves, share their emotions and problems, without fear of being judged or misunderstood. I welcome everyone who is looking for a way out of difficult situations and wants to improve their lives.
Together we can look for causes and solutions to the problems that haunt you, build relationships with loved ones and others, and increase your self-esteem and confidence.
Together we will work to make you feel happier, more confident and ready to become the best version of yourself. You deserve to be loved, cared for and happy, and I'm ready to help you achieve that.
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Emotional instability ↩
Obsessive-compulsive disorder ↩
Generalized anxiety disorder ↩
Depression ↩
Low self-esteem ↩
Panic attacks ↩
Low stress tolerance ↩
Post-traumatic stress disorder ↩
Dysmorphophobic disorder ↩
Health Anxiety ↩
Phobia ↩
Social anxiety ↩
Experiencing loss, grieving ↩
Procrastination ↩
Relationship difficulties ↩