In the presence of grief: helping family members resolve death, dying, and bereavement issues

Abstract

Foreword, Pauline Boss. Part 1: The Contexts of Grief. Introduction. Understanding Death, Dying, and Bereavement. When Death Comes Unannounced. When Death Is Anticipated. When the Question of Euthanasia Emerges. When a Child Dies. When a Sibling Dies. When a Parent Dies. When a Spouse Dies. When an Extended Family Member or Friend Dies. Part 2: Grief in the Context of Therapy. Creating Funerals, Ceremonies, and Other Healing Rituals. Searching for Meaning. Reclaiming Joy.