Glossary
Pathological Grief
What is
Pathological Grief?
Pathological Grief is a mental health issue that can impact individuals in different ways. Understanding and addressing it through therapy can lead to improved well-being and quality of life.
What Is It?
Pathological grief is when intense grief continues for a long time and doesn’t ease with time. The loss remains overwhelming, and daily life can feel stuck or empty, often long after others might expect healing to begin.
Common Experiences
People may feel constant longing, guilt, or disbelief about the loss. They might avoid reminders or, alternatively, be unable to focus on anything else. Sleep, appetite, and energy can be affected, and relationships may feel strained or distant.
How It Can Affect You
Pathological grief can lead to depression, anxiety, or isolation. Therapy offers a safe space to express painful emotions, process the loss, and gently move forward. It helps people find meaning and reconnect with life while honouring the memory of their loved one.
Ways Therapy Can Help
Providing coping strategies for managing pathological grief
Creating a safe space to explore thoughts and emotions
Identifying triggers and underlying causes
Building resilience and improving ability to move forward
