Typically the first stage of grief is denial. The impact of the news of our loved one's death is so intense we don't want to accept it. In another stage of grieving it is common for the survivor to feel angry. The anger may be directed at the deceased, it may be at God or it may be a general state of being angry about everything. We review every detail of the time preceding the death looking for things we could have done differently to prevent the death.
Depression is another common part of the grieving process.
It may manifest itself in sadness, withdrawal from family and friends, or crying. Gradually, the grieving process subsides as the person begins to experience hope again. The death of the loved one is accepted and the feelings are more manageable. There are many places to turn if you need professional help to get through the grieving process. Every region in Kentucky has community mental health centers.