August 5, 2013 in Featured by DrTony  Have you ever lost a
family member, friend, or colleague unexpectedly?  Our community
lost a respected and loved assistant principal at the school my
children attend.  The school community is devastated by this
sudden loss.  His overwhelming presence and positive impact
will be greatly missed by so many people whose lives he touched.
 So how do we cope with such a loss?  Initially, shock and
denial are typical responses to unexpected loss, with some
people feeling numb or disconnected from life for a short time.
 Sometimes feelings such as sadness, anxiety, guilt and/or fear
occur unpredictably and at times intensely.  Emotions can also
appear in waves with the intensity waxing and waning.  There is
no “right way”  to grieve as some people respond immediately,
while others have delayed reactions.  Likewise, some individuals
experience physical symptoms, strained interpersonal
relationships, difficulties with concentration/decision-making,
and disturbance in sleep and eati