AstridW

Close Bereavement
Type: Loss of a Child

I lost my only child as a result of a motorcycle accident.

Treatments

Crying Somewhat Helpful

Sometimes I feel my heart will explode.

Getting Angry Somewhat Helpful

I stay angry 24/7 at everything and everyone.

Grief Counseling Working / Worked

Best thing so far. I joined Compassionate Friends. Only one complaint, they meet once a month. I need more frequent grief support.

Keeping Busy Not Working

I am not able to think or stay focused.

Pets Working / Worked

My dog is a good listener.

Poetry Somewhat Helpful

If I can relate,some poetry makes me cry.

Reading Working / Worked

Yes, yes, yes...I have been reading non stop since he died.

Remembering Working / Worked

Yes, yes most effective. Looking through photos and crying.

Scrapbooking Considering

I am considerin putting together a memory book.

Support from Friends & Family Not Working

Everyone has too much advice. Everyone wants to judge me. I am very sensitive and easily hurt.

Talking Somewhat Helpful

Depends on whom I share my experiences. If the person has no compassion or understanding I leave the conversation worse than when it started.

Time Too Soon to Tell

They say time heals all wounds. When it regards the death of my child I will never be the same again. I will take the pain of my loss to my grave.

Xanax Working / Worked

Yes yes! Best thing the doctor did for me and my family.