Grieving and Depression
Grieving and Depression
A range of studies reveal the powerful effects grief can have on the body. The heartbreak of grief can increase blood pressure and the risk of blood clots. Intense grief can alter the heart muscle so much that it causes “broken heart syndrome,” a form of heart disease with the same symptoms as a heart attack. With this in mind its critical to address grief and not sweep it under the rug.
In these situations whether due to temporary or permanent loss, the following will be used as a guideline for helping you with your grieving process.
While grieving a loss is an inevitable part of life, there are ways to help cope with the pain, come to terms with your grief, and eventually, find a way to pick up the pieces and move on with your life.
- Acknowledge your pain.
- Accept that grief can trigger many different emotions.
- Your grieving process will be unique to you.
- Seek out face-to-face support from people who care about you.
- Support yourself emotionally by taking care of yourself physically, nutritionally and mentally.
- Recognize the difference between grief and depression. Continued grief can lead to depression.
Cognitive Behavioral Therapy and Depression
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