Some people will want to talk then, others at a later time and some never. Some may want assistance with something in particular. If you visit or call on a regular basis, you will provide the opportunity for them to talk or to ask for what they want. If they don't ask, it is OK, don't push. In circumstances such as these, information may be helpful in answering the questions of relatives so they can understand as much as possible should they wish to do so.
Information assists many people in coping.
As a sex therapist, I often have relatives of patients with unusual sexual preferences come in for education and information about a certain sexual practice or lifestyle. It seems that understanding what's happening and why it's happening eases their emotional pain. All rights reserved. Any copying, redistribution, or retransmission of any of the contents of this service without the express written consent of Tallahassee Democrat is prohibited.