Bereavement Advice

Grief is powerful – and can seem overwhelming, particularly in the early days of the loss of a loved one. It’s normal to experience strong emotions, which may include anger, anxiety, confusion, depression, numbness and disbelief. You may also find you have difficulty sleeping, loss of appetite and other reactions.

However, grief is also natural. Many find that releasing emotions is much better than keeping them locked up. Mourning a loss is a way to come to terms with it – and in time, to move on with our lives. 

You may find that the support of others helps at this time. There are bereavement care and support groups, which some people find both comforting and useful. See our related links column for more information and other websites with bereavement advice.