Dating again after death of a spouse

Coping with Changed Relationships After the Death of Your Spouse

After a significant loss, you are a different person. A part of you is forever changed, and the emotional needs you have are also different. Depending on the status of your interpersonal relationships with family and friends before your loss, you may be surprised when you discover less-than-supportive ties. Relationships with in-laws parents, sisters-in-law, etc. This change in your relationship is also considered a loss.

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We both come from large, close families, and we were devoted to each other. We virtually never fought. She died suddenly four months ago. There was no warning. I was devastated, but my family and my faith buoyed me up through the darkest times.

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5 Tips for Dating a Widow or Widower

Last Updated: February 22, Fact Checked. Rebecca Tenzer is the owner and head clinician at Astute Counseling Services, a private counseling practice in Chicago, Illinois. With over 18 years of clinical and educational experience in the field of mental health, Rebecca specializes in the treatment of depression, anxiety, panic, trauma, grief, interpersonal relationships using a combination of Cognitive Behavioral therapy, Psychodynamic therapy, and other evidence-based practices. Rebecca has served as a member of the AmeriCorps and is also a Professor of Psychology at the collegiate level.

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