Universities conference mourn with Graz: a painful loss

Universities conference mourn with Graz: a painful loss

In a deeply traisely communication, the Austrian university conference (Uniko) expressed its sympathy for relatives and friends of the recently deceased on June 11, 2025. The Unico President Brigitte Hütter spoke that after a painful loss, the understanding begins while an infinite grief spreads out. She wishes the affected strength and speaks a clear message of solidarity: "We mourn with those affected and with Graz," emphasizes the university president in her explanation. The conference appeals to the community to hold together and support each other in this difficult time.

grief is a complex emotion that often affects mental health. Many mourners experience difficulties in finding everyday life, which should be taken seriously. In this phase, it is important to look for the first contact to treat doctors, familiar people or employers in order to receive adequate support. Low -threshold offers such as funeral cafes or self -help groups can help in many places to deal with grief. However, not every mourners needs a group; A stable and patient environment can often be sufficient to meet your own needs, explains the aok .

phases of mourning

Mourning is shown in several phases that range from uncertainty to acceptance. Experts identify five main phases of grief:

• deny: difficulties to accept loss.
• anger: feelings of anger and injustice.
• negotiate: Attempts to undo the loss.
• depression: deep sadness and retreat.
• acceptance: peace with the loss, even if the pain remains.

The emotional reactions can comment in symptoms such as persistent sadness, sleep disorders and social isolation, as described with grief . It is crucial not only to lose yourself in mourning, but also to develop strategies for coping with both professional and personal approaches.

possibilities for coping with grief

To support the mourning process, different strategies offer:

• Professional help: support from therapists or mourning consultants.
• Self -help groups: exchange with other mourners.
• self -care: physical activity, healthy diet, sufficient sleep, yoga, meditation.
• Creative expression: writing, painting, making music.
• rituals and memories: lighting candles, creating memory albums.

There are signs that indicate that professional help should be used, for example with persistent or worsening depression and intensive anxiety. It remains to be hoped that the community will find ways in this difficult time to cope with the challenges of grief and to support those affected as best as possible.

The unico appeals to everyone, the mourners in this difficult phase to be a support. Contact with questions or support offers Dr. Daniela Kittner on 06641103665 or by email to Daniela.kittner@uniko.ac.at.