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The Choice to End Treatment: Whose Decision is It?

Posted on November 24, 2008 - by Norman Fried

By Norman Fried —

How Do I Know If I Need Counseling?

Posted on November 24, 2008 - by Neil Chethik

Melissa asks this question: Two years ago, I lost a best friend unexpectedly, and I had to bear the news to her two young kids with no one there to help. […]

Making Choices

Posted on November 23, 2008 - by Sandy Fox

by Sandy Fox “If life doesn’t kill you, it will make you stronger.” I don’t know who said that, but it’s true. After your child dies, you have a choice: […]

Understanding Sibling Survivor Guilt

Posted on November 23, 2008 - by Neil Chethik

By Bob Baugher – When a sibling dies, the surviving brothers and sisters often feel enormous guilt. Here are five common types of guilt with a brief description of each. […]

After Daughter’s Death, Mother Finds Way Back to God

Posted on November 22, 2008 - by Lisa Buell

By Lisa Buell —

From Sad to Silly: Christmas Memories Salve Widow’s Pain

Posted on November 20, 2008 - by Michele Neff Hernandez

By Michele Neff Hernandez — There is a song on the radio at this time of year, sung by the Carpenters, called “Merry Christmas, Darling.” The first Christmas after my […]

Life Will Never Be the Same — But You Can Get Through This

Posted on November 19, 2008 - by Beverly Chantalle McManus

In response to “How Do I Cope After the Death of My Husband?” Arlene writes: I lost my husband a week ago today, I buried him yesterday. One minute I […]

Last Conversation With Son is Deep, Loving

Posted on November 19, 2008 - by Yvonne Lancaster

By Yvonne E. Lancaster — Coming home was a tough time of day. It signaled the end of the occupational work day, and the beginning of the personal work evening…preparing […]

It’s OK to Laugh… and Other Hints for the Holidays

Posted on November 18, 2008 - by Tom Zuba

By Tom Zuba — My 18-month-old daughter Erin died suddenly on July 18, 1990. Had she lived, we’d be preparing for her 20th birthday this January 2. Even though I […]

Having That Difficult Conversation: How to Talk About Uncomfortable Issues

Posted on November 17, 2008 - by Carol O'Dell

What makes a good conversation? Two people who want to talk–and listen. Sometimes, they use words, but a conversation can consist of a glance, a the touch of a hand–it’s about […]