7 Steps After Vision Loss

You or your loved one have recently suffered significant vision loss, perhaps with further loss predicted.  How do you cope?

Here are the seven steps you should expect in the process of adapting to your vision loss:

1. Trauma (physical or social)
2. Shock and denial
3. Mourning and withdrawal
4. Succumbing and depression
5. Reassessment and reaffirmation
6. Coping and mobilization
7. Self-acceptance and self-esteem

Coping with Visual Impairment