Table of Contents
Feelings during Grieving ......................................5
Shock......................................................................5
Anger ......................................................................6
Regret and Guilt ....................................................6
Depression or Withdrawal ....................................7
Acceptance.............................................................7
Taking Care of Yourself.........................................8
Physical Responses ................................................8
Healthful Eating .....................................................9
Getting Rest .........................................................10
Staying Physically Active .....................................11
Relaxation Ideas ..................................................12
Other Ways to Care for Yourself.........................13
Helping Others Understand .............................14
Thoughts of Suicide ..........................................15
Coping with Holidays ........................................16
Loss of a Spouse .................................................17
Loss of a Parent ..................................................18
Loss of a Child ....................................................19
Loss of a Brother or Sister .................................20
Talking to Children about Death ......................21
Resources ............................................................22
Support Groups ...................................................22
Books ...................................................................23
Healing ................................................................24
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