Despite all that you do to overcome a difficult situation related to the death of loved one, you could need to seek professional help. Pay attention to the following alarm signals:
Experiencing major persistent appetite and sleep issues.
Having difficulty in functioning in my family, work and recreational roles.
Feeling that I have a pronounced decrease in interest for things that I used to like.
Constantly being withdrawing from my friends and family members.
Having considerably increased my consumption of alcohol, drugs, medications and other substances.
Difficulty to concentrate or take decisions.
Either having intense feelings of endless suffering or, contrariwise, act as if nothing happened and feel no emotions at all.
Feeling so overcome by events that I have either thought about suicide or want to lash out.
Also stay alert for signs of fatigue or exhaustion and do not hesitate to seek professional help if you feel the need. You are not alone: others are going through similar experiences.
Available resources
Help from a health and social services professional is always available, free of charge and confidential.
Deuil-Jeunesse (Website in French only) Telephone consultation service, individual and family interventions for both adults and children 1 855 889‑3666
Info‑Social 811 Telephone consultation service and psychosocial support