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Suggest Treatment For Recurring Dizziness And Anxiety Due To Anniversary Reactions
Question: I have recurring dizziness and anxious feelings around the same time every year. I lost a parent in July 13 years ago and recently lost my father whose birthday was in July. I had a great relationship with both parents. I miss them but not destroyed by their deaths. Is this a symptom of grief or could it be something more? Its been happening for 10 years now.
Brief Answer:
anniversary reaction.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome here.
Sorry to hear about your father.
I understand what situation you might be in.
Having recurring anxiety at same time of year which corresponds to loss of some dear ones is a part of grief. Its better known as anniversary reaction.
I think you are having these anniversary reactions. These are part of grief. To cope up with these:
1. Anniversary reactions are normal. Knowing that you're likely to experience anniversary reactions can help you understand them.
2. Plan a distraction in advance. Schedule a gathering or a visit with friends or loved ones during times when you're likely to feel alone or be reminded of your loved one's death.
3. Focus on the good things about your relationship with your loved one and the time you had together, rather than the loss.
4. Draw friends and loved ones close to you, including people who were special to your loved one. Find someone who'll encourage you to talk about your loss.
5. Stay connected to your usual support systems, such as spiritual leaders and social groups.
6. Allow yourself to feel a range of emotions. It's OK to be sad and feel a sense of loss, but also allow yourself to experience XXXXXXX and happiness.
Hope these suggestions help you.
Feel free to ask further.
Take care.
Thanks.
anniversary reaction.
Detailed Answer:
Hello
Welcome here.
Sorry to hear about your father.
I understand what situation you might be in.
Having recurring anxiety at same time of year which corresponds to loss of some dear ones is a part of grief. Its better known as anniversary reaction.
I think you are having these anniversary reactions. These are part of grief. To cope up with these:
1. Anniversary reactions are normal. Knowing that you're likely to experience anniversary reactions can help you understand them.
2. Plan a distraction in advance. Schedule a gathering or a visit with friends or loved ones during times when you're likely to feel alone or be reminded of your loved one's death.
3. Focus on the good things about your relationship with your loved one and the time you had together, rather than the loss.
4. Draw friends and loved ones close to you, including people who were special to your loved one. Find someone who'll encourage you to talk about your loss.
5. Stay connected to your usual support systems, such as spiritual leaders and social groups.
6. Allow yourself to feel a range of emotions. It's OK to be sad and feel a sense of loss, but also allow yourself to experience XXXXXXX and happiness.
Hope these suggestions help you.
Feel free to ask further.
Take care.
Thanks.
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Dr. Chakravarthy Mazumdar
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