Sex and Grief

February 20, 2021

Although it seems odd it is very common for grievers to pursue sexual encounters immediately after losing their loved one.  Humans crave physical interaction with one another and this is often intensified when an individual is grieving.  There is nothing wrong with this behavior, but this like other avoiding techniques will not replace the pain in your heart.

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