Griefis a normal response to the difficult experience of divorce.
Even in the most amicable situations, there are losses to acknowledge.
This article will discuss the typical grieving process and the framework of stages of grief.
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It offers tips for getting through a divorce and information about when professional help may be needed.
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What Is Divorce Grief?
Grief isn’t something that only occurs after a death, and people grieve in many different situations.
This throw in of loss is called ambiguous loss.
Feelings that are ignored may come back up or manifest in new ways eventually.
Other feelings like guilt, regret, helplessness, and resentment are also common.
Denial
Denial may be your first response as divorce becomes a reality.
Anger
Some people may experienceangertoward a life partner as a first stage of grief in divorce.
It also could be directed at yourself.
It is a common response but not the same asprolonged grief disorder, though symptoms may seem similar.
Acceptance
Some people achieve acceptance after processing their feelings of sadness, uncertainty, and loss.
Others accept the reality of divorce but continue to express resentment or bitterness.
Most people are resilient and able to work through their grief.
It’s normal to experience the painful feelings that come with separation and divorce for a long time.
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