Losing an eye is a traumatic event. As challenging as the loss may seem, for the most part your life can proceed normally. Artificial eyes are virtually impossible to detect, so don't concern yourself too deeply about the cosmetic effects of the loss of an eye. The other primary effects of loss of an eye include the psychological effect; reduction in peripheral vision; decrease in acuity or detail; mild impairment in spatial orientation and coordination, particularly for close-up activities such as sewing or hobbies; and loss of depth...
To cope with the loss of a roommate, you must take steps to protect yourself personally, legally and financially, according to "Rules for Roommates," by Mary Lou Podlasiak. The reality is that the loss of a roommate--particular...
Bereavement in children is often ignored or dismissed as if it didn't exist, according to the Association for Pet Loss and Bereavement. Parents often try to keep the truth away from children as well, thinking kids won't be able...
Children can find it especially difficult to cope with the loss of a pet. Family pets often become a child's playmate, trusted confidant and overall best friend. The loss might also be your child's first significant experience ...
The grieving process for a pet varies from individual to individual, according to the Humane Society. It may take only one day for some people and years for others. Common feelings associated with the loss of a pet include deni...
The death of a beloved family pet can be especially difficult for your toddler to understand. Your child may not know why the pet is no longer there to provide affection or offer a treat to. It's important to be honest and open...
When a pet passes away, feelings of sorrow and grief are natural, but painful. Coping with the sorrow from the loss of a pet can seem like a monumental task—and it is.
The death of a pet can trigger episodes of depres...
The loss of a pet can be especially hard for a young child. In some cases, your child may not remember life without their beloved friend. When a family pet dies, it's important to validate your child's feelings and allow them t...
Your pet can sometimes seem like a member of your family, so it's natural to experience a grieving process after you lose your animal friend. While recovering from the loss of a pet, you may find that vocalizing your feelings, ...
Now he's gone and you're caught between feeling immense sadness and suppressing tears because society says that "it was just a pet". However, as you know all too well, grieving the loss of a pet can be just as difficult as grie...
They eat, sleep, play and love with you, and when they die, the grief process is often the same as if a person in your family passed away. Guilt, denial, anger and depression can all follow the death of a pet, and allowing your...
The grief can be as strong as losing a close friend. Although nothing can take away the feelings that you experience when a favorite animal dies, there are steps you can take to cope and deal with the loss of a pet.
