Loss of a Parent: Adult Grief When Parents Die

by Theresa Jackson

A guide to put your grief into context when a parent dies to help you come to terms with your loss

Discover that your complex emotions and thoughts about losing a parent are normal
In Loss of a Parent you will learn how your various emotions, changes to your life and the lives of those around you depend upon who you and are, the circumstances surrounding the death, the relationship you had with your parent, and your family circumstances. Learn what emotions and thoughts might come next, and how long you might expect to wait until things return to normal.
The important thing to understand is that the death of a parent affects everybody differently, but there are some commonalities shared by people with similar experiences or circumstances. Whether your relationship was beautiful, fraught with conflict, or distant- this book has been written to help you, like countless people before you, understand the inevitable loss of a parent at some point during your lifetime.
Here Is A Preview of What You’ll Learn…

How the end of a lifelong relationship may affect you
Understanding the complex emotions of grief
Unexpected thoughts and buried feelings
Family dynamics and how these may change
Regrets and difficult relationships
How young adults may not be equipped to come to terms with the loss of a parent
Strategies to heal yourself
Strategies to heal your family
Much more…

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Genres: Grief, Psychology, Nonfiction, Self Help, Mental Health, Death, Health

145 pages, Hardcover

First published August 8, 2014

About the author

In 2016, I decided to use my Master's degree in clinical research, and my experience of writing medical and scientific materials, for something good. I quit my corporate job in medical communications (producing materials that solely benefited pharmaceutical companies) and started writing to help people.



It was immensely scary at first, but by sticking with my personal brand of evidence-based, scientific research, translated into "human" language, my whole world changed. I became location independent and discovered a new, immensely rewarding world of giving other people information that could potentially really make a difference in their lives.



My first book, "Loss of a Parent," focused on helping others to grieve for their parents. I lost my father in 2007 and found the grieving process difficult. Eventually I read a book on the subject, which helped immensely. I realized that despite grief for a parent being almost universally experienced by most adults at some point, little had been written on the subject. This was the catalyst for my personal change, and it took years for me to heed the call. I'm so glad I did!



"How to Handle a Narcissist," uses a similar blend of thoroughly researched, cutting-edge theory, and combines this with a range of case studies to provide an informed and objective approach to narcissism, with a human touch. I worked hard to avoid tapping into the usual stigma and negative rhetoric around narcissists, to provide the reader with greater insight and understanding, without bolstering their anger or pain.


As well as my Master's degree in clinical research I have a Bachelor's degree in physics with astrophysics. Half of my childhood was spent in the Bahamas before I returned to England, studied and traveled the world. After several years spent working in South Korea, Spain, and the Netherlands, I returned to London where I worked for five years serving pharmaceutical companies in healthcare communications agencies. Having become location independent, I now spend much of my time in Italy and finally love my life again- something I whole-heartedly believe everyone deserves to do.

Reviews

[Tammy J. Loder · Rating 5 out of 5]

Thank you!

My mama died on January 12th as we held her hand. I am trying to make sense of how I feel and what I am going through. I scare myself at times. In reading this, at times I felt like I was reading my own feelings. Thank you for sharing this piece of your life!

[Jacob Frisch · Rating 5 out of 5]

85/100. Fantastic little book about loss and grief and the journey that comes along with losing a parent. My friend
Lexi sent it to me out of the blue- so grateful for her. This is probably one of the more impactful books I have read this year. It touches on a lot of the messier emotions and situations that arise when a parent passes. Recommend it to anyone going through the same thing.

[Connie · Rating 3 out of 5]

I read this book via Kindle Unlimited.

This is a short and concise book about adult grief when the loss of a parent occurs. It goes through the author's own experience with grief and tells a number of stories about other people's grief too, to give differing perspectives. Grief is one of those things that feel incredibly lonely so I've enjoyed reading the occasional book on the topic, as a way to feel less alone in my thoughts around grief. This book was interesting but I feel it was a little clinical in places, a little too clean-cut and it felt more of regurgitation than an actual support tool. It could have probably been a little longer with more coping mechanisms and conversations had around the physical sensations of grief, but overall, not a bad book.

[Kirsty Graham · Rating 3 out of 5]

Wish it had been longer

I liked a lot of what this book addresses although I cried as soon as I started reading it. For me, it felt like it only really lightly addressed what I was feeling and what I wanted to know more about. It has been over two and a half years since I lost my dad and in that time I have actively avoided looking at pictures and remembering him for the most part because it still hurts. There is one exercise given in this book which I am going to try to see how that helps, but I feel a little bit like I'm still searching for answers and may end up using the other resources recommended by the author.

[Cara · Rating 4 out of 5]

Easy to read and straightforward, this book gave me validation and very helpful information after my dad’s death. I am grateful for the comfort it provided in the middle of the night when I couldn’t turn off my brain or sleep.

[Lina Sonrisa · Rating 5 out of 5]

It felt good, kind of heart-stirring, to read about other people's grief while reliving my own grief from my mother's sudden loss almost three decades ago. Wow.. even just writing it right now struck a cord. Anyway, reading this book felt good to the soul. I identified with much that was written in the book. There's something about sharing grief and putting it out there in the world that is.. cathartic? I'm so glad I read this book, and knowing there are people out there who clamber on as I had to as well.

[Laura · Rating 5 out of 5]

Very helpful during the most difficult time 💕🌈

[Evita Giron · Rating 5 out of 5]

Upon reading this book I thought of my mother and father (who are on this earthy plane at present) who have both lost their mothers (paternal grandmother in March of 2009) and (maternal grandmother in May of 2007) my father losing his father in 1974, I started to remember being there with both of my parents through each of the grieving stages, however not realizing that each stage had a clinical name.

I thought the chapter on delirium was interesting. Very few people that I know would laugh under these circumstances, of having a parent of any loved one that was ill. However, everyone is different, everyone grieves in different ways and gets through hard times in different ways. I thought this was different and made me put a different perspective on the grieving process. I recommend this book to anyone going through grief and loss.

[Samantha Witchey · Rating 5 out of 5]

Instills a sense of community with others who "get it."

The author gives her own story and opinions in dealing with grief and loss while also including short stories of others who have experienced the loss of a parent. I lost my mom when I was 25 and have a hard time finding people who can relate to me. Grief makes you a different person and can make you feel isolated from your friends, family, and things that used to interest you. Whether you just lost someone or are still struggling with grief years after, this book is definitely worth your time.

[Leanne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Helpful

This is so helpful for those of us who are struggling to figure out what to do after you experience such a traumatic death.

[Samantha · Rating 5 out of 5]

Miss my dad so much it hurts 😢

[Melissa]

Not super helpful

[Mellissa · Rating 3 out of 5]

3/5⭐️’s//This was a really short read to help guide people through the grieving process. There was a lot of anecdotes and it was ok. It basically covered what to expect during the grieving process. It was a short read, and I think I need more detail. But their were some helpful tips and exercises. (103/100) #readlist2021

[Ashley · Rating 5 out of 5]

This was a very easy read for me. The author has laid this out in simple, easy to understand chapters and help the reader to understand perfectly that they are not alone in their feelings and provide a variety of coping mechanisms. At the back of the book are exercises and resources for seeking outside help. Even though it was a sad read, it was a good one that I would recommend to others.

[Michelle Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Fantastic explanation of grief

Having lost both parents within a year of each other I was struggling to come to terms with my feelings! This book has been wonderful.at making me understand that my feelings are normal and valid.

[Mariam Hassan · Rating 4 out of 5]

Helpful to recognize the chaotic emotions and helpful anecdotes. My only complaint is that it was a short book (one hundred or so pages), as well as it feels as though there's more to discuss in the realm of the loss of a dear parent, more understanding, and more exercises to help soothe/accept.

[Roxanne · Rating 4 out of 5]

helpful in some ways

This was more useful as reassurance that what I’m feeling isn’t unique. The exercises at the end were not particularly useful or helpful. If you’re someone that finds journaling therapeutic then you may appreciate those exercises more.

[Jamie Rawding · Rating 2 out of 5]

This book had so much potential but it never rose to the occasion. It continually laid out what it planned to explain but never got into anything of substance. I found it to be very basic and repetitive.

[Bree · Rating 2 out of 5]

Not my cup of tea. I just recently lost my Dad in a motorcycle accident and didn’t find this book particularly helpful. Nothing really stuck out to me, and almost all of the information and advice were things you can easily find through a quick Google search.

[Ciara Wilkie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This is a short simple book that offers some good advice. I think for anyone in the early stages this is the easiest read. It offers a lot of resources and even my husband who isn't a reader was able to finish this one.

[Tanner Roberts · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book is wonderful and really helped with handling my grief. I recommend this book to anyone experiencing the loss of a parent.

[Gill · Rating 3 out of 5]

A bit superficial and not much that was news to me, but it did hel[ me focus at a difficult time.

[Margaret · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not terrible

There are some good perspectives, but overall feels like a lot of opinion and the writing could be a bit elevated

[Rashny/Poova K · Rating 4 out of 5]

Great book.
Well written and helped me get through the difficult time with some information so my rational mind could kick in during that time.

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

At first after loosing my father this book was hard to read. Though it was eye opening and helped bring healing. Highly recommend reading and would share others who lost their parents or a parent.

[Pixie · Rating 4 out of 5]

Useful. Gives different perspectives & does not automatically assume that everyone has an easy relationship with their parents.

[Sarah Peace · Rating 4 out of 5]

Support

Book helped as I was dealing with the recent loss of my dad. I found some similar feelings throughout that have opened my eyes to healing

[Carole · Rating 1 out of 5]

Too short

More depth would be good to assist people who had lost a parent and more examples of adult and complicated grief

[Laura Griffin · Rating 3 out of 5]

Actual Rating 2.5

[Morgan S · Rating 5 out of 5]

I bought this book to begin mentally preparing as best I can for the inevitable with my dad. So glad I did! You don't feel so alone after reading it... lots of good practices at the end, too!