Guilt, Shame, and Counterfactual Thinking: How to Survive the Complexities of an Overdose Loss 

by Laura McDonald, LCSW, Overdose and Substance Use-Related Loss Bereavement Services Manager A sudden traumatic loss can be overwhelming to the human mind and spirit, no matter the cause of death. Everyday we lose loved ones through tragic accidents, sudden cardiac events, war and catastrophe, leaving survivors ill equipped to reconcile with the profound loss … Continue reading Guilt, Shame, and Counterfactual Thinking: How to Survive the Complexities of an Overdose Loss