How To Prevent PSTD After Death Of A Loved One

Every situation is different for this extremely sensitive event in life. However there are several threads in common. It is perfectly ok to surrender yourself to the flow of your emotions to mourn the loss. Emotions are a natural gift, which makes us so special in this world - emotions are out birthright. While near and dear ones will offer condolences and try to calm us down, their efforts may not be helping you in the long term. If you feel like yielding to the calls of bereavement, give in. It is said that crying often helps to clear your vision.

When you are urged to “control yourself” you may be imposing additional stress on your nervous system. Mouring the passing away of a loved one is a natural reaction triggered by your brain in an attempt to relieve the stress. When you stifle this reaction that does not actually relieve the stress in your mind. As a result the brain tries to find an alternate path to let off the steam.

The brain initiates the generation of adrenaline and cortisols that increases your heart rate, dilates your blood vessels, increases your blood pressure, accelerates your breathing, in an attempt to release the stress. If this state is allowed to persist, you are at risk of hypertension with increased risk of developing post traumatic stress disorders and depression.

Instead of brooding over something that is beyond your control, celebrate the life of the loved person who has passed away. Relive the fond memories, revisit those happy times and feel blessed that you had the opportunity to have shared part of your mortal life with that person. Depression and anxiety will not bring that person back to life. So mourning uncontrollably does not do you any good, but can cause severe injury to your own being. This is a mindset that seems easier said than done, true. But if you think about it, this is the most pragmatic approach you can take to recognize a fact of life and move on with yours.

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