In the Presence of Grief Helping Family Members Resolve Death, Dying, and Bereavement Issues

by Becvar, Dorothy S.

• ISBN13: 9781572309371
• ISBN10: 1572309377
• Edition: 1st
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-08-08
• Publisher: The Guilford Press

Summary

Illuminating the impact of loss and grief on our psychological and emotional lives, this book provides vital guidance to ease painful transitions and facilitate healing. The author emphasizes that dealing with the death of a loved one involves more than picking up the pieces and moving on: rather, healing is an ongoing journey on which grief is a constant companion. For those in a supportive role, the focus is on helping the bereaved to navigate the grieving process and, ultimately, to reclaim joy as well as sadness as an integral part of life. Filled with personal narratives and examples, the book demonstrates effective ways to help survivors cope with commonly experienced issues, problems, and concerns.

Author Biography

Dorothy S. Becvar is president and CEO of The Haelan Centers, a not-for-profit corporation dedicated to promoting the growth and wholeness of clients in body, mind, and spirit.

Table of Contents

The Contexts of Grief
Introduction	p. 3
Understanding Death, Dying, and Bereavement	p. 24
When Death Comes Unannounced	p. 45
When Death Is Anticipated	p. 66
When the Question of Euthanasia Emerges	p. 86
When a Child Dies	p. 105
When a Sibling Dies	p. 125
When a Parent Dies	p. 143
When a Spouse Dies	p. 163
When an Extended Family Member or Friend Dies	p. 184
Grief in the Context of Therapy
Creating Funerals, Ceremonies, and Other Healing Rituals	p. 207
Searching for Meaning	p. 226
Reclaiming Joy	p. 245
References	p. 267
Index	p. 278
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