Abstract
Answer D. Sign-post this gentleman to CRUSE bereavement counselling
This gentleman is not clinically depressed therefore starting antidepressants and referral to the community mental health team are not appropriate. Although family and friends’ support is considered first level support in bereavement, it is not practical in this situation as the only family member lives abroad. Practical advice on what to do in the event of a death and for access to self-help leaflets can be found at www.cruse.org.uk/home and www.moodjuice.scot.nhs.uk/Bereavement.asp. Bereavement counselling can be organised through www.cruse.org.uk/home.
InnovAiT article: Bereavement and coping with loss. DOI: