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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]OP I’’m sorry for your loss and how hard it’s been. Grief is different for many people. 9 weeks isn’t that long of a time, but at the same time, are you seeing any healing or noticing that over tome  it’s getting a little steadier week by week? If not, you may be stuck temporarily. Maybe a grief counselor would help, and maybe they might recommend a little nudge with an antidepressant to help get your strength up for routines. There’s nothing wrong with feeling gutted by grief, and sometimes we all need help if we are stuck. Sending hugs.[/quote]

well i thought i was getting better till about 2 weeks ago and don't know why but i cannot even talk about her, look at a picture or video of her without totally losing it. whereas a few weeks after she passed i was able to do those things. the grief on some days feels like a crushing wave i cannot escape. I supposed this will ebb and flow like this for a while. I am not totally closed to meds but have never been on them and hear about side effects, etc....so not sure if I want to even risk it.[/quote]

OP, keep an open mind to meds. I lost my sister a week before I had my first child. The descent into postpartum depression was inevitable. It was the first time in my life that I went on an SSRI, but it honestly saved my life at a time when I was really sinking and getting to a point where I felt like I couldn't keep my head above water, was crying and feeling despair every day.

I'm glad you are looking into outside help. Try your primary care, they can help, can even start you on an SSRI sooner while you wait to find a therapist that aligns with your needs. If you are employed and have an Employee Assistance Program hotline, try that as well.[/quote]

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