What types of feelings are normal after the death of a loved one?
Top of page There are many factors that will affect the intensity of your grief. Common emotional reactions to death include feelings of anger, guilt, depression and helplessness, and being consumed with thoughts about your loved one. Physical reactions may include weight loss, difficulty sleeping, irritability, or listlessness, and feeling short of breath. Grief is a necessary part of healing and is something that must be worked through at your own pace.
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- What types of feelings are normal after the death of a loved one?
