Wednesday, January 15, 2020

Ask an Expert: I'm Depressed and Lonely After My Divorce. How Can I Cope?

Whenever a marriage comes to end, there's a grieving process and an adjustment period. Not only are you likely to miss your spouse, but you might also grieve the life you thought you were going to live. Loneliness after divorce is also normal. You may have lost some friends in the divorce or you may have drifted apart from friends who are in relationships. It's important to address your depression and loneliness head-on, however.
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Verywell Mind expert, Amy Morin, LCSW, answered:
Whenever a marriage comes to end, there's a grieving process and an adjustment period. Not only are you likely to miss your spouse, but you might also grieve the life you thought you were going to live.

Loneliness after divorce is also normal. You may have lost some friends in the divorce or you may have drifted apart from friends who are in relationships.

It's important to address your depression and loneliness head-on, however. Without help, it's likely to continue. Talk to a therapist. You may only need a few therapy sessions to get you back on the right track. You might also look into a depression support group in your area. Get involved in your community and look for opportunities to engage with others. Pushing yourself to do those things could be instrumental in helping you heal.

Here's how to find a therapist who is right for you.

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