Types of Grief

Everybody responds/reacts to grief differently. Some of us are by the book and respond as expected. Some of us go on completely different routes and some of these routes could possibly scare our family members and friends. 

COMMON TYPES OF GRIEF INCLUDE:

Normal Grief -

Grief is the “normal,” natural human response to tragedy, trauma, or pain. Normal grief is simply a way to separate the typical process of grieving from other types of grief. 

Complicated Grief-

Is when the anguish over the death of a loved one becomes so severe and long-lasting that you have trouble resuming and improving your life. Sometimes this type of grief is referred to as Complex Bereavement Disorder or CBD. Complicated grief can become disabling. Taking over your life with its severity, this is a persistent and emotionally traumatic experience that will require counseling. 

Anticipatory Grief -

is when you experience deep sorrow over losing your loved one before they have died.

Traumatic Grief -

Is the grief that you feel after the sudden or unexpected loss of a loved one. The bereaved person is coping with two burdens: the traumatic death of a loved one and the grief that goes along with it.

**Please seek a medical professional if you or a family member or friend are experiencing any thoughts of suicide or call 911.