psychosocial ch. 7: loss and grief Flashcards
methods of loss
death of a loved one or friend, change or termination or retirement of a job or a career, separation or termination of a relationship, change in period of life, changes in homes or living situation
definition of grief
a neuropmyschobiological process that occurs in response to loss in every age group and culture
types of grief
nomads, memorialists, normalizers, activists, seekers
nomad
unresolved grief
memorialists
create memorials, rituals or tributes
normalizers
welcome a sense of family and community
activists
reach out and help others going through similar situations
seekers
embrace spiritual, philosophical or religious beliefs to find comfort and meaning
common stages or themes of grief
denial, anger, bargaining, sadness and depression, guilt, acceptance, anxiety