Wood County ADAMHS Board
Wood County ADAMHS Board
Grief and Loss
Grief and Loss
Grief and Loss
Saturday 20th April 2024
Maren Simon discusses grief, self-care after loss, and breaking the stigma around suicide and overdose deaths.
29 minutes
Informative
Compassionate
Supportive
Healing
Non-judgmental
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Wood County ADAMHS Board
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Stigma & Social Perspectives
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Episode Overview
- Grief is a natural response to loss and moves through various stages.
- Talking about death and dying can help normalise these conversations.
- Using language like 'died by suicide' can reduce stigma.
- Support groups offer a space for shared experiences and healing.
- Exposing oneself to grief-related content can make the topic less intimidating.
Grief itself is not enjoyable, but I love being able to sit with people in their pain and lean into that.
In this episode of Stigma Busters, Maren Simon, the Bereavement Team Coordinator for Hospice of Northwest Ohio, joins the conversation to discuss the complexities of grief and loss. With her background in social work and a specialisation in bereavement, Maren shares invaluable advice for those navigating the tumultuous waters of grief. She offers practical tips on self-care after a loss and highlights the importance of breaking the stigma surrounding deaths by suicide and overdose.
Maren's candid discussion includes her personal journey into this field and how she found her niche in helping others through their most challenging times. The episode also touches on how societal attitudes towards death can make it difficult for people to openly discuss their grief. Maren suggests that exposing oneself to grief-related content, such as documentaries or support groups, can help demystify and normalise these feelings.
She also emphasises the importance of language, advocating for terms like 'died by suicide' to reduce stigma. This episode is a must-listen for anyone dealing with loss or supporting someone who is, offering both comfort and practical advice. Tune in to understand how to approach these difficult conversations and find solace in shared experiences.