The grieving process can affect the cognitive functions of the brain
Neuropsychologist Tammy Marchiori, with a degree in neuroscience from Harvard and specialization in Cognitive Therapy from the Beck Institute, explains how the neuropsychology of grief includes the grieving process and how this can influence the cognitive, emotional and neuropsychological functioning of those going through it. “Grief is a natural response to losing someone, but it can affect the brain and cognitive function,” she explains. Among the aspects most involved in this process, the specialist lists and draws attention to the signals that need to be evaluated. “The bereaved person may suffer from memory lapses, difficulty remembering details or events, being unable to concentrate, having difficulty making decisions, planning and organizing routine tasks,” she warns.
For Tammy it is still natural that during the process some emotions are mixed between sadness, anger and even anxiety attacks that can last weeks, but it is worth paying attention if a few months pass and the person does not react. “It is important to consider if signs of depression start to appear after a few weeks, so a neuropsychological test can help identify specific areas where pain is affecting the individual and then develop intervention and support strategies to help the person cope grieving process more effectively,” he concludes.
About Tammy Marchiori:
Neuropsychologist with specialization in neuroscience at Harvard, specialized in Cognitive Therapy at the Beck Institute. He is a member of the Brazilian Society of Neuropsychology and of the American Psychological Association (APA).
Source: Terra
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