Life is truly a series of transitions and adjustments. For those who don’t handle change well, this can be particularly difficult. These individuals tend to avoid anything that takes them out of their comfort zone. Despite our attempts to avoid change, many things that happen are simply out of our control.
Loss of a loved one: The loss of a loved one may be one of the most difficult things we experience. Many factors impact the grieving process, and sometimes grief becomes prolonged or overlaps with depression. When depressive symptoms play a role, people often disconnect more and more from the things we know help in coping with loss.
Divorce/breakups: Depending on the situation, breakups and divorces can have a significant impact on individuals, even more so when children are involved. The hardest part is often taking care of yourself and your own process while balancing the needs of your children during a time filled with confusion and uncertainty.
Blended families: Blending families is a challenge no matter the specific circumstances. It is a significant change for everyone involved and must be handled with a high level of care and understanding so everyone can adapt as successfully as possible.
