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Caileigh – Grief and child behaviour

Caileigh explains when a child experiences grief or a traumatic grief experience, there’s often behaviour that comes from that. Grief impacts behaviour. And sometimes it can be outward behaviour and sometimes it can be internalized behaviour. The good news about grief and behaviour is that it can be managed and supported through effective communication, through therapy and through coping strategies.

Kate – Advice to my younger self

Kate explains things being authentic and honest to herself has been very valuable

Christian – “Overdose Death”

Christian talks about an overdose death not defining who that person was.

Lyss – Music

Lyss remembers playing music for her mother as she was dying and how music has helped with feelings

Maureen – “Peer vs professional support”

Maureen talks about getting help and what is right for you.

Jane – What processing grief during the pandemic may look like

Jane talks about how the pandemic has postponed a lot of “firsts” without her grandparents that have impacted her experience of moving through grief.

John Martin – The Shocking Reality of Painful Loss

John talks about shock and grief

Maureen – “Counselling… a safe place”

Maureen discusses the right counselling space for you.

Jim – Significant incidents

Jim discusses being involved in a significant incident and how it’s normal to feel overwhelmed and ruminate over it. You may even start to drink or use drugs to cope. But it’s important to remember that you’re not alone. Many police officers have been through similar experiences. And there are resources available to help you get through this.One of the best things you can do is talk to a trusted friend or colleague. They can offer support and understanding. You can also seek professional help from a therapist or counselor. They can help you to process your experience and develop healthy coping mechanisms. It’s also important to remember that you can’t change the past. But you can learn from it. And you can move on. Don’t let one incident define you. You are a strong and capable person. And you will get through this.

Sam – Mental health tools and resources

Sam discusses talking care of his mental health and group therapy after losing his father, uncle and cousin

Christian – “Jeff’s Story”

Christian tells Jeff”s story… the good and his struggles.

Susan – “Hope”

Susan talks about being pragmatic about her life and hopeful for her daughter.