Many parents, instead of becoming immobilized in grief, find purpose in advocacy for reform, especially related to addiction rehabilitation and drug policies. Lori C. exemplifies this.
Lori emphasizes that her work in drug policy advocacy connects her to her son, stating, 'My work makes me feel connected to my son. It's helped me heal.'
The experiences of advocacy among grieving mothers reveal that it fosters feelings of empowerment. An NIH study found participants felt empowered and connected through their involvement.
The initial aim of seeking purpose was understated for Lori, who later realized that 'when a mom loses a child, we ask ourselves, 'What do I do now?''
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