Can you imagine waking up one day and finding one of your limbs gone? You need them to do everything. From holding everyday objects to walking, missing a limb makes most normal things in life either difficult or near impossible. Sadly this is the reality for millions of people every day. How do they manage to get through their lives with such an important part of them missing?
Many people actually do not take amputations very well, stages of grief are common and they may be as drastic as if a loved one had been lost. Many also go through depression or get PTSD from amputations. Other symptoms are anxiety, denial and negative thoughts. One slightly less tragic symptom however is phantom limbs, where a person can still “feel” their limb even though it is no longer there.
To cope with the effects of an amputation there are many methods, some of the more common ones include therapy, antidepressants, and physical rehabilitation. These strategies allow for amputees to regain confidence in themselves and help them rejoin society after a life-altering procedure.
Remember to be supportive if you know someone who has recently undergone amputation, as they may be experiencing emotional turbulence, even if it may not show on the surface. As long as you remain mindful, you can help them recover and be the best person that they can be.
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