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Terminal illness: Interacting with a terminally ill loved one

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How might your relationship with a loved one change once he or she is diagnosed with a terminal illness?

How do you know if you should ask questions or prompt a person with a terminal illness to open up?

Is there a typical emotional process that a person with a terminal illness goes through?

How do you deal with a loved one who's in denial about his or her impending death?

What else can I do for my loved one who's dying?

How important is it for you to keep a vigil by your loved one when he or she is near death?

Is it appropriate to tell your loved one that it's all right to let go?

What advice do you have for people who are grieving?

What do you tell people who are struggling with guilt?

http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/grief/CA00041
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2 comments // Terminal illness: Interacting with a terminally ill loved one

  • ejasun
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    • It's important, though, that loved ones be loved ones and not try to be counselors.

      Never underestimate the value of your presence. Even if it feels as though you are not doing anything, being present sends the message, "I am here. I will not abandon you."

      A Mayo Clinic chaplain offers her advice on supporting and comforting a loved one with a terminal illness.

      http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/grief/CA00041

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      THIS PAGE IN MEMORY OF MY FRIEND
      DAVE MARTIN "Rest in Peace"

    • 3 years ago
  • ejasun
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    • What do you tell people who are struggling with guilt?
      Guilt is a normal part of grieving. Did I do the right thing? Could I have done more? Was I there enough? Did I say the right things?

      At a time like this, you're especially vulnerable to guilt. Feeling guilt in the wake of a loss allows us to take an inventory of ourselves. Most of the time we'll come to some peace and the guilt will fade.

      You may need someone to talk to who can listen to you as you work through this part of grief.

      http://www.mayoclinic.com/health/grief/CA00041

    • 3 years ago
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