DEATH OF A SIBLING, PARENT OR OTHER LOVED ONE

The death of a sibling, parent, beloved relative or other loved one triggers grief reactions as well. The traumatic dimension may be absent and feelings of loss and sadness may predominate. Trauma will most likely be present, however, if the death was sudden and unexpected, the survivor witnessed the decline and death of the loved one, participated in the care, or if the death was violent.

SEPARATION AND DIVORCE

The loss of a marriage and family - for many the foundation of life - can also trigger grief reactions.

Often, a host of issues imposes itself. There may be anger, feelings of remorse, the absence of opportunity for closure, and the disconcerting questions of what if...

Because of Dr. Weide's in-depth experience with grief, she brings a particularly insightful perspective to these losses as well.

Please click here to contact Dr. Weide or call (240) 229-1893 in Maryland and (703) 548-3866 in Virginia for more information.

Offices in the Old Town of Alexandria, VA 22314, and Rockville, MD 20852

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