Does anyone know if there are online support groups about the death of a spouse? or even people who have dealt with the loss of your spouse?
2007-02-04 12:54:02 · 3 answers · asked by mommy 2 in Health ➔ Mental Health
You do not want to do that. You need to GO to a support group. Call the hospital. They will have a list of all kinds of support groups. Unfortunately, people lose spouses all the time. There will be a group for you. I'm so sorry.
Not online? Because you have no idea who you are talking to, there is no one there to moderate the group and a lot of people go to places like that and prey on the depressed, vulnerable widow/widowers. Go in person.
2007-02-04 12:58:19 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋
On line groups can be very beneficial and they are monitored. I lost my son in July 2005. I am so sorry for your loss. I have two groups that I use and have found very helpful. However, one is suicide survivor group for anyone who has lost a loved one. The othe other is for anyone who has lost a chil in any way.There are groups that can help you. It helps to with people who understand.
I would also suggest going to a group in your community,
http://suicideandmentalhealthassociationinternational.org/
Take care of yourself. I f it was suicide that took your spouse, you can email me through my profile, and I'll give you the other sites address.
2007-02-04 14:59:48 · answer #2 · answered by Teresa t 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I must strongly disagree with the person above me - online support groups DO have value. (I know - I started one years ago for postpartum mood disorders.)
I can't personally recommend any of the following because I don't have experience with them...but there ARE absolutely online support groups in existence for your needs.
http://www.griefsupportservices.org/newgrief/griefsupportservices/onlinesupportgroup.php
http://griefnet.org/support/sg2.html
http://www.groww.com/
http://health.groups.yahoo.com/group/young-widows/
http://dir.yahoo.com/health/mental_health/bereavement/loss_of_a_partner (not an online support group, but a listing of useful resources)
Good luck. I know the path you are on is a painful one. My heart goes out to you.
~zoni~
2007-02-04 13:35:55 · answer #3 · answered by zoni_tonya 3 · 1⤊ 0⤋