Euthanasia and grief Flashcards
what animal factors are reasons for euthanasia?
end of life
quality of life
inability to accept meds or treatment
unmanageable behaviour
what owner factors are reasons for euthanasia?
incorrect expectations finances unwanted animals change in circumstance legal obligations
define loss
end or point of transition
define bereavement
loss of significant other
define greif
reaction to loss
what tend to follow loss?
bereavement and grief
state the types of loss
primary
secondary
symbolic
ambiguous
define secondary loss
things associated with loss of the animal (such as structure)
define symbolic loss
loss connected to other loss
define ambiguous loss
unknown around loss
what are the 4 symptoms of grief?
shock
protest
disorganisation
reorganisation
what can be seen in shock phase of grief?
numbness disbelief hysteria lack of emotion suicidal denial
what can be seen in protest stage of grief?
sadness anger guilt yearning searching preoccupation bargaining
what can be seen in disorganisation stage of grief?
confusion apathy depression anxiety sadness
what can be seen in reorganisation stage of grief?
control of memories
pleasure in remembrance
acceptance
