Complicated Grief After the death of a loved one due to an unforeseen tragedy, grief reactions such as sadness, anxiety, anger, and fear are normal. It’s important to know, however, that more serious psychological complications can develop over time, this is called complicated grief. When normal grief reactions become more serious and start interfering with your abilities to function both physically and emotionally it may be time to seek help. Some of the disorders that can naturally occur after a traumatic death include clinical depres- sion, and anxiety disorders, including PTSD (Post Traumatic Stress Disorder).
Seek help right away if you are thinking about hurting yourself or someone else.
Clinical Depression When people are exposed to a traumatic event, they frequently suffer psychological consequences such as depression. For a time they may disconnect from living life, avoiding daily tasks or even loved ones, however, when
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