Mental Health Study | Helping a Friend With Grief & Loss

Loss can be complicated because it can run on a spectrum of things, but everyone will eventually experience it. From the loss of a job or relationship to death, loss, and grief are unavoidable. Going through grief and loss alone is avoidable! Here are some signs that someone you love is suffering from grief or loss:

Intense sorrow, pain, and rumination over the loss of a loved one
Extreme focus on reminders or excessive avoidance of reminders
Problems accepting
Numbness or detachment

When someone you care about is going through the painful journey of loss and grief, your support can make all of the dfference. First and foremost, lend a compassionate ear, allowing them to express their feelings without judgment or interruption. Offer practical support, like helping with daily tasks or being present during challenging moments. Encourage them to seek professional help or join support groups if needed, reminding them that it's okay to ask for help. Often, with grief and loss, people seek isolation; let them know that they're not alone in their pain and that you're there to walk alongside them every step of the way. You don't have to have all the answers to help the people in your life embrace what God has for them, even in grief and loss.