There are two things that are an absolute surety that comes with being human: our own death and the inevitability of experiencing loss of some form or the other. Each and every one of us, at some point, will experience the loss of someone that we care deeply about.<\/p>\n
Bereavement trauma is what comes after this loss, and it\u2019s a path that no one would willingly choose to walk along. People who are going through traumatic grief will go on a journey of emotional upheaval and often significant physical and mental changes along the way.<\/p>\n
In this blog, we\u2019re going to take a closer look at bereavement grief and how a traumatic loss can impact a person. We\u2019ll also examine some traumatic grief symptoms and what people might feel during their grieving process.<\/p>\n
What is Bereavement Trauma?<\/strong><\/p>\n Losing someone that we love can be emotionally devastating, whether that\u2019s a partner, parent, child, or friend. Grief and bereavement are traumatic, and when we go through a traumatic experience, our bodies and our emotions begin to feel overwhelmed. This can lead to what is known as \u201cemotional dysregulation.\u201d<\/p>\n This is also referred to as our fight or flight mechanism. This mechanism can have debilitating effects when it is activated and will often overrun our sympathetic nervous system. Which, in turn, will lead to us experiencing feelings of fear, terror, and crippling anxiety. When we are going through bereavement trauma, this reaction can cause us to shut down, disassociate, and feel as if there is no hope in the world.<\/p>\n If this kind of trauma is managed and unpacked, it can cause problems in our everyday lives. It can distort our fundamental view of ourselves and others and more. Physically, blood pressure will increase, heart rate is high, and our rational ability will become incapacitated.<\/p>\n Different types of grief<\/strong><\/p>\n One size doesn\u2019t fit all when it comes to grief and bereavement, and there are actually a number of different types of grief.<\/p>\n How Long Does Bereavement Trauma Last?<\/strong><\/p>\n Unfortunately, there is no time limit on grief. There is also no such thing as \u201ctime heals all wounds.\u201d Grieving varies from person to person, and how long you suffer from bereavement trauma will depend on a number of factors.<\/p>\n It\u2019s essential that you don\u2019t put a timeline on grief; it cannot be predicted. Getting help from a qualified bereavement counselor or reaching out for professional help from someone who specializes in trauma is the best way to begin healing.<\/p>\n However, I believe that bereavement trauma forms a huge part of who we are after the event. There is no way to simply \u201cget over it\u201d. Instead, we must pivot the way we view bereavement and grief and use it to empower our daily lives. We can use these emotions to find purpose and meaning from beneath the shadows. Learning to embrace the process and living alongside your loss will allow you to regain your footing and look at life with completely new eyes.<\/p>\n The Most Common Emotions During Bereavement Trauma<\/strong><\/p>\n People all grieve in different ways and will experience bereavement in their own personal manner. That being said, there are some emotions that are felt by most people experiencing bereavement trauma:<\/p>\n Physical and Behavioural Changes During Bereavement Trauma<\/strong><\/p>\n Your body is also affected when you experience a loss. These are some of the more common physical experiences that people may be affected by:<\/p>\n Heal Your Bereavement Trauma With Naked Bereavement<\/strong><\/p>\n At Naked Bereavement, we invite you on a journey of healing. Your loss will be greeted with compassion and understanding, and we will help you through a process of personal growth and development that will heal you in the most complete and lasting way possible.<\/p>\n\n
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