Book review : F’Qalbi, Ma Tmut Qatt

Abstract

The loss of a loved one is considered a natural, universally experienced life event, but for most of us, it is among life’s most challenging experiences. We expect people to react normally to bereavement and we seldom think that those closest to the deceased may need our support. During such a time most bereaved people feel alone and their isolation increases the intensity of their grief. Most people try to cope with their loss and grief on their own without seeking help from a health care professional. Normally grief experience is endured without complications and people get over it with time. However, sometimes the pathway through grief can go awry. Each one of us including children, need to understand what is normal grief so that this reality can be experienced without much trauma. [excerpt]