1.0Explore Our Extensive Counselling Article Libraryhttps://www.aipc.net.au/articlesAIPChttps://www.aipc.net.au/articles/author/admin/rich600338<blockquote class="wp-embedded-content" data-secret="nfUhg8WeOp"><a href="https://www.aipc.net.au/articles/common-reactions-list/">Losing a Loved One: Common Reactions</a></blockquote><iframe sandbox="allow-scripts" security="restricted" src="https://www.aipc.net.au/articles/common-reactions-list/embed/#?secret=nfUhg8WeOp" width="600" height="338" title="“Losing a Loved One: Common Reactions” — Explore Our Extensive Counselling Article Library" data-secret="nfUhg8WeOp" frameborder="0" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" scrolling="no" class="wp-embedded-content"></iframe><script> /*! This file is auto-generated */ !function(d,l){"use strict";l.querySelector&&d.addEventListener&&"undefined"!=typeof URL&&(d.wp=d.wp||{},d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage||(d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage=function(e){var t=e.data;if((t||t.secret||t.message||t.value)&&!/[^a-zA-Z0-9]/.test(t.secret)){for(var s,r,n,a=l.querySelectorAll('iframe[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),o=l.querySelectorAll('blockquote[data-secret="'+t.secret+'"]'),c=new RegExp("^https?:$","i"),i=0;i<o.length;i++)o[i].style.display="none";for(i=0;i<a.length;i++)s=a[i],e.source===s.contentWindow&&(s.removeAttribute("style"),"height"===t.message?(1e3<(r=parseInt(t.value,10))?r=1e3:~~r<200&&(r=200),s.height=r):"link"===t.message&&(r=new URL(s.getAttribute("src")),n=new URL(t.value),c.test(n.protocol))&&n.host===r.host&&l.activeElement===s&&(d.top.location.href=t.value))}},d.addEventListener("message",d.wp.receiveEmbedMessage,!1),l.addEventListener("DOMContentLoaded",function(){for(var e,t,s=l.querySelectorAll("iframe.wp-embedded-content"),r=0;r<s.length;r++)(t=(e=s[r]).getAttribute("data-secret"))||(t=Math.random().toString(36).substring(2,12),e.src+="#?secret="+t,e.setAttribute("data-secret",t)),e.contentWindow.postMessage({message:"ready",secret:t},"*")},!1)))}(window,document); //# sourceURL=https://www.aipc.net.au/articles/wp-includes/js/wp-embed.min.js </script> The impact of grief can cause tremendous chaos to all aspects of our life. We all respond differently to grief but the most important thing to remember is that most reactions are normal. Sometimes we find these responses overwhelming but knowing they are normal helps us to come to terms with the changes. It is also important to note that there is no fixed timetable for these reactions. Of course if general functioning is inhibited by any or some of these responses, you should seek medical advice. Below is a list of emotions that you may experience: remember that not all people in this situation will experience all the reactions listed. Physical Change in appetite Tightness in chest Headaches Fatigue and lack of energy Nausea, diarrhea, indigestion General aches Behavioural Sleeplessness Lack of motivation Crying (often unexpectedly) Social withdrawal Hyperactivity Reckless behaviour (e.g. excessive drinking) Emotional Shock, numbness, disbelief Self blame, guilt Depression Anger Anxiety, panic Loneliness Relief or Indifference Fear Cognitive Confusion Poor concentration Pre-occupation with the loss Seeing or hearing the person Dreams of the person who died Spiritual Anger toward God Consolation by belief in God Seeking meaning of loss Examining meaning of life Strengthening in belief