Bereavement is the experience of losing someone
important to us. It's characterized by grief, which is the process and the
range of emotions we go through when we experience a loss.
Bereavement is the grief and mourning
experience following the death of someone important to you. While it's an
inevitable part of life—something that virtually all of us go through at some
point—losing someone you love can be one of the most painful experiences you'll
ever have to endure.
The moment we learn of our loss, our brain triggers the
fight-or-flight response. This heightened state puts extra stress on our organs
and bodily functions, and we would usually experience it for a few minutes to
48 hours. But after bereavement, the effects of the fight-or-flight response
can continue for months.
The most important help you can offer is a willing
ear. Allow the bereaved person to talk and express their grief in whatever
way they need. This may include crying, angry outbursts, screaming, laughing,
expressions of guilt or regret, or engaging in activities that reduce their
stress, such as walking or gardening.
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