Grief and support

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If you feel lost after losing a loved one, that is a natural response, not a sign of weakness — grief most often lasts from one to two years, and the first months tend to be the hardest. In a crisis, the free, 24-hour Helpline for Adults (116 123) is available at any hour. We offer suggestions on what may help: the five stages of grief and how long it usually lasts · when to reach out for a psychologist's help or a support group · ready-made templates for condolences — a card, a text message, an inscription on a wreath ribbon · how to simply be there for someone who has lost a loved one. You do not have to go through this alone.