This practical guide offers supportive and useful strategies to manage your grief. Grieving is a natural reaction to a loss, but in some cases, it can cause emotional turmoil and affect your relationships and work. This book will help you regain control and suggests tested strategies for adapting to life without your spouse, a friend, or a family member.

It includes techniques from cognitive behavioral therapy (CBT) to support you in avoiding physical and mental problems that may arise, such as depression, anxiety, and panic attacks.

This self-help edition explores:

• How to cope with the unexpected or anticipated death of a loved one
• Creating routines and dealing with difficult issues
• Practical matters, such as making decisions and managing birthdays and anniversaries
• Returning to work and planning a new future

The OVERCOMING series uses clinically proven techniques to address chronic and disabling conditions, both psychological and physical.