Whitney Way Thore, ‘MBFFL,’ Experiencing Memory Loss After Mom’s Death
Unfortunately, grief can have many terrible effects on people. As My Big Fat Fabulous fans know, Whitney Way Thore has always been close to her mother. Sadly, with the sudden loss of her mom in December, she is having some scary side effects from this terrible grief. Following a visit to her mother’s mausoleum, Whitney Way Thore took a few minutes to update fans on Instagram about how she is coping.
Sudden Loss Of Whitney Way Thore’s Mother
First thing to remember, Whitney Way Thore announced on Instagram in early December that her mother, Barbara, had died. Even though this was following a lengthy battle with cerebral amyloid angiopathy, it was still unexpected at the time. Whitney Way Thore has been very appreciative of the support and sympathy that her fans have shown during this difficult time.
Deep Sorrow Takes Its Toll
Whitney Way Thore gave an account of visiting her mother’s mausoleum for the first time since she passed away in December. Admittedly, she isn’t coping well. In her Instagram video, she was candid with fans about a symptom of the grief she wasn’t expecting. Shockingly, Whitney Way Thore admitted it wasn’t until her dad corrected her that she realized she had completely forgotten she had gone to her mother’s grave at least twice since the funeral in December. Surprisingly, she didn’t have any recollection of the events that had happened. It was very alarming to her that she didn’t remember.
Once reminded, she had specific memories of meeting a teen during her visit to the grave on Mother’s Day. In many ways, she was in disbelief. “Does grief just erase your memory?” Whitney said dumbfoundedly. “Like, I fully believed yesterday that I had not been there since December. Crazy.”
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Is This Normal?
Understandably, Whitney Way Thore is discovering the process her mind and body are going through with this significant loss. Griefandsympathy.com gives some information about this memory loss phenomenon. “Studies have shown that those who have complicated grief often have memory loss where they are unable to remember every day things,” the site said. Continuing, “But on the other hand, can remember with extreme clarity everything to do with the person they have lost.” The site also strongly recommends, “If you think this could be you, it is essential to get some help.” While this is a known side effect of some people’s grieving process, it is very important to seek help to avoid serious complications. It is good that Whitney Way Thore is bringing awareness to this issue.
Hearts go out to Whitney Way Thore as she transitions through her traumatic grief. Do you know anyone who has faced this? Take time to leave a comment.
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