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By Janine

How to Deal with the Trauma of a Wrongful Death Case

Filed Under: lists Tagged With: law advice

Dealing with the death of a loved one is always a horrible and traumatic experience, no matter how their death came about.

That being said, there’s no denying that there is an added level of trauma when their death is an example of wrongful death. A wrongful death case refers to a situation where one person is liable for another’s death, such as if a doctor administers the wrong amount of medication – although there are many other examples of wrongful death cases.

If you or someone you know is dealing with the effects of a wrongful death case, this post may have some advice that could help you.

Wrongful Death Case Tips

Consider taking legal action

Whether you decide to take legal action or not is up to you, but it is something you should consider. Many people who have lost someone to a wrongful death case decided not to pursue legal action because they have already experienced enough pain and don’t want to add any stress.

However, if you think that seeing justice be served will offer you some type of peace or closure, this could be a good way of accomplishing that. If you do go this route, consider getting a wrongful death lawyer to help you with your case.

Have a support system

No one can cope with such serious trauma alone. While your instinct may be to isolate yourself from the world, you need to have a strong support system that you can rely on to get you through this difficult period.

You may have others in your life who are also grieving, so don’t be afraid to talk to them about how you feel. If you aren’t comfortable with this, look for support groups that assist those who have lost someone to a wrongful death case. If you want to learn more about the importance of a support system, click here.

Get professional help

As mentioned, dealing with a  wrongful death is incredibly traumatic, and there’s no shame in admitting that you can’t deal with it on your own and that you need professional help.

Seeing a therapist will be very beneficial to your mental state as they will be able to give you the tools you need to cope with your trauma. While many people may feel embarrassed if they need therapy, there is no reason to feel ashamed for getting the help you need.

Find healthy coping mechanisms

Everyone is different, which means everyone will have different coping mechanisms. You can use whatever works for you, but you need to find healthy coping mechanisms.

Unhealthy coping mechanisms like substance abuse or lashing out will certainly not benefit you in the long term. Luckily, there are various other types of coping mechanisms, such as adopting a pet, starting a new exercise schedule, or even prioritizing self-care by going for massages. As long as your coping mechanism doesn’t hurt you in any way, there’s no shame in using it to help you deal with your trauma, although you should certainly not only rely on your coping mechanisms to get you through this period.

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About Janine

Janine is a published author of the books, The Mother of All Meltdowns and Only Trollops Shave Above the Knee. She has been featured on The Huffington Post, Mamapedia, Today Parenting Team and SheKnows. She also runs her own graphic design company at J9 Designs.

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