We must prioritize the mental health of caregivers. Grief is a natural and intricate feeling, and it's normal to encounter a variety of emotions as you cope with your loss. Over time, with the help of others and by taking care of yourself, you can overcome the difficulties of grief and discover a path to move on.

1. How can a caregiver
deal with grief?

2. Caregivers provide emotional, physical, and
financial support to their loved ones, including
spouses, adult children, siblings, or other relatives.
A part of the job of most caregivers is grief. The
mental health of caregivers and how they deal
with grief is a subject that has been neglected for
a long time.
Grief is a normal response to loss, including the
demise of a loved one or a severe and long-term
illness, but long-term sadness can seriously
negatively impact mental health.
Introduction

3. TypesofGrief
Anticipatory grief during their loved
one's illness, and
Grief after their loved one passes
away..

4. Denial: During this phase, the person experiences a sense of
astonishment and disbelief about the occurrence of the loss.
They may attempt to reject or ignore the actuality of what has
happened.
Anger: During this phase, the person may experience hostility
and bitterness towards the individual or circumstances
responsible for the loss. These feelings can be directed
towards oneself or others.
Over the years, psychologists have identified 5 stages of grief that
individuals usually experience.
The 5 stages of grief are:
StagesofGrief

5. Bargaining: During this stage, the person experiences a longing to strike
deals or agreements to undo or alleviate the effects of the loss. They may
pledge or attempt to negotiate with higher authority or other individuals.
Depression: During this phase, the person may feel intense sorrow, despair,
and hopelessness. This can result in the person isolating themselves from
others and losing interest in activities they once enjoyed.
Acceptance: During this phase, the person acknowledges and accepts the
truth of the loss and seeks to find a way to continue living their life. This does
not necessarily imply that the individual has completely recovered from the
loss but that they have learned to accept it and find significance in their
encounters.
StagesofGrief

6. DealingwithGrief

7. One of the first steps in coping with grief is
to recognise and accept your emotions.
Many individuals believe they must be rigid
and unwavering, yet doing so might harm
their mental health.
Suppressing emotions can result in physical
symptoms like headaches or stomach issues
and feelings of anxiety, despair, and stress.
An essential step to managing grief is
allowing yourself to experience your
feelings.
RecognizeyourFeelings

8. A form of support is essential when dealing
with a stressful situation. Help could come from
anywhere: family, a friend, or a counselor.
Talking to someone gives a feeling of comfort
to an individual.
SeekSupport

9. While grieving can be a painful and
tiring experience, it's crucial to
remember the happy times and
memories you had with the person you
were caring for. You can grieve your
loss and find solace in the middle of
your sadness by reflecting on the good
times.
PositiveThinking

10. Grief is a natural and intricate feeling, and it's normal to
encounter a variety of emotions as you cope with your loss.
Over time, with the help of others and by taking care of
yourself, you can overcome the difficulties of grief and
discover a path to move on.
At Solh Wellness, we have personalized mental health
solutions according to the individual's needs. On our
special segment of Solh Talks this week, we have Asha Devi
(mother of Nirbhaya). A gut wrenching talk about the
insights of her life after losing her daughter and how she
deals with grief.
Conclusion

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