# Grief after death of my mother

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**Created:** [21 February 2018 23:10 UTC](https://community.mariecurie.org.uk/t/grief-after-death-of-my-mother/467 "2018-02-21T23:10:23Z")\
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**Author:** ![Brunettebookworm](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/b/71e660/32.png) [@Brunettebookworm](https://community.mariecurie.org.uk/u/Brunettebookworm)\
**Post date:** [21 February 2018 23:10 UTC](https://community.mariecurie.org.uk/t/grief-after-death-of-my-mother/467/1 "2018-02-21T23:10:23Z")

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I lost my mum on 1 Feb after she battled cancer for years. Mostly I’m ok, I cried a lot when I recurved the news but mostly cope in the day as I have two young children, who keep me busy. I have started getting panic attacks while driving. Will this pass or should I see a GP?

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**Author:** ![Support\_MC](https://avatars.discourse-cdn.com/v4/letter/s/b4bc9f/32.png) [@Support\_MC](https://community.mariecurie.org.uk/u/Support_MC)\
**Post date:** [22 February 2018 09:26 UTC](https://community.mariecurie.org.uk/t/grief-after-death-of-my-mother/467/2 "2018-02-22T09:26:33Z")

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I am sorry to read about the recent death of your mum. Crying is a normal reaction to grief and can be a perfect stress relief. Many people tell us that talking can help. We information about grief which you may find helpful here: [https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/support/bereaved-family-friends/dealing-grief/grieving-your-way](https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/support/bereaved-family-friends/dealing-grief/grieving-your-way)

We are not medically trained here at the Support Line so I cannot say if your panic attacks will pass. I am aware of a good factsheet about panic attacks which you can find here:[https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/anxiety-and-panic-attacks/panic-attacks/#.Wo6FmoPFJpg](https://www.mind.org.uk/information-support/types-of-mental-health-problems/anxiety-and-panic-attacks/panic-attacks/#.Wo6FmoPFJpg). It has lots of self-care tips and useful contacts. However as always it might be a good idea to discuss this with your GP, if you are concerned or if it is happening regularly whilst you are driving.

On our support line, we can offer a listening ear if you ever need to talk to someone. You can get in touch with us with by calling Freephone 0800 090 2309, or drop us a line via Web Chat:

[https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/support/marie-curie-support-line](https://www.mariecurie.org.uk/help/support/marie-curie-support-line)

Best Wishes

Brigette

Marie Curie Support Line