Grief can be a difficult emotion to cope with, not just because of the discomfort it induces, but also because of the reasons that originally triggered the sorrow. Sadness may be the product of, among many other things, loss, helplessness or disappointment. However, it is important to note that sorrow is one of the most normal and inevitable human emotions, which will eventually help us to enjoy our happier times.

However, often it is possible to intensify the pain, and this may be a indication that you are suffering from a type of depression. If you feel like you're increasingly depressed, and feel like your sadness is hard to explain, this depression information may help.

If you're feeling stressed try these coping mechanisms.

1. Face your fears
  -Don't skip the hard stuff you find. Sometimes when people feel low or nervous they stop talking to others. Some people can lose faith to go out, drive or travel.

2. Be more active
  -Take up some form of exercise. There's evidence that exercise can help lift your mood. If you haven't exercised for a while, start gently by walking for 20 minutes every day. 

3. Eat a healthy diet
  -Some people feel unable to eat while they are stressed and at risk of being underweight. Others take comfort in food and extra weight may be put on.

Antidepressants can affect your appetite too.

Speak to your GP if you're worried about weight loss, weight gain or how antidepressants affect your appetite.

4. Stay in touch
  -Don't withdraw from life. Socialising can improve your mood. Keeping in touch with friends and family means you have someone to talk to when you feel low.  

5. Don't drink too much alcohol
  -Alcohol can become a concern for others. You can drink more than normal as a way to cope with or conceal your emotions, or just for filling up your time. However, alcohol may not help you fix your issues and can even make you feel more depressed.

6. Seeking help for depression
  -Get support if, after a few weeks, you are still feeling down or upset.

Treatments for depression include medications and psychological treatments.

Psychological treatments such as cognitive behavioral therapy ( CBT) or NHS counseling may be referred to. You don't need to get your GP to refer you.