The impact of the death of a child on meaning and purpose in life

Brabant, Sarah; McFarlain, Glenda

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“…In Brabant et al’s (1997) study, 10 participants reported an increased desire to help others. Similarly, in a paper of higher methodological quality by Bogensperger and Lueger-Schuster (2014), one-third of participants described a desire to help others, especially other bereaved individuals.…”

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“…All of Brabant et al’s (1997) participants expressed a fundamental change in themselves, particularly in relation to feeling ‘more sensitive’, while Parappully and colleagues’ (2002) participants reported becoming more compassionate. Similarly, Buchi and colleagues’ (2007) participants provided the highest scoring items on the PTGI for ‘stronger than I thought I was’ and ‘knowing I can handle difficulties’.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Post-Traumatic Growth Inventory (PTGI). Complicated grief module.Brabant, Forsyth, and McFarlain (1997)QualitativeUSA (USA)Not reported14Female (8)Male (6)Not reportedAccidents (6)Illness (3)Surgery (1)Range = 1–29 yearsMean = 12Range 1–8 yearsMean = 5 yearsInterviewsBuchi et al (2007)QuantativeSwitzer-landNot reported54Female (27)Male (27)Married (100%)Neonatal deathNot reportedNot reportedMunich Grief Scale. PTGI.…”

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confidence: 99%

“…Overall the methods were clearly described, with the exception of Brabant, Forsyth, and McFarlane’s (1997) study, which provided limited information about their method and analysis. Quantitative studies provided acceptable information regarding the reliability and validity of their chosen measures, and described rationales and procedures for data analysis.…”

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“…Quantitative studies provided acceptable information regarding the reliability and validity of their chosen measures, and described rationales and procedures for data analysis. In qualitative studies, with the exception of Brabant et al (1997), the procedures for data analysis were clearly described. However, apart from the study by Reilly, Huws, Hastings, and Vaughan (2008), qualitative papers did not comment on their consideration of researchers’ influence, either during the data collection or the analysis; this is important as biases may not be acknowledged.…”

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What aspects of post-traumatic growth are experienced by bereaved parents? A systematic review

Waugh

Kiemle

Slade

2018

European Journal of Psychotraumatology

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Background: The death of a child of any age can be traumatic and can leave bereaved parents experiencing negative psychological outcomes. Recent research has shown the potential utility for understanding more about the development of post-traumatic growth following bereavement.Objective: This paper sought to identify the aspects of post-traumatic growth experienced by bereaved parents and the factors that may be involved in facilitating or preventing post-traumatic growth.Methods: A systematic search of peer-reviewed articles with a primary focus on positive personal growth in bereaved parents was conducted. Thirteen articles met the inclusion criteria, and were analysed and synthesized according to common and divergent themes.Results: Bereaved parents were able to experience elements of growth proposed by the post-traumatic growth model (changes in self-perception, relationships, new possibilities, appreciation of life and existential views). The papers also indicated that (1) mothers appeared to experience more growth than fathers, (2) cultural variation may impact on some participants’ experience of growth, and (3) participants were able to identify growth only once some time had passed. Potential facilitators of post-traumatic growth involved making meaning, keeping ongoing bonds with the child, being with bereaved families, and family and personal characteristics. Social networks were identified as having the potential to be either a facilitator or a barrier to growth.Conclusions: In addition to experiencing grief, bereaved parents may experience aspects of post-traumatic growth, and a variety of factors have been identified as potential facilitators and barriers of these changes. The findings may have implications for support services (e.g. expert-by-experience services).

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confidence: 97%

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confidence: 99%

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

Section: Resultsmentioning

confidence: 99%

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What aspects of post-traumatic growth are experienced by bereaved parents? A systematic review

Waugh

Kiemle

Slade

2018

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2018

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The impact of practical support on parental bereavement: Reflections from a study involving parents bereaved through military death

Rolls

Harper

2015

Death Studies

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This article, drawing on data from a wider study, describes the impact that U.K. bereaved military parents ascribe to the practical support (help with home and garden maintenance) that they received following the death of their son. The type of practical support offered to parents has had a wide-ranging and significant impact on them. In addition to helping them find meaning and maintain continuing bonds, this form of support contributed to their capacity to engage in restoration-focused coping. As a symbolic resource, this type of practical support may be a significant moderator of distress in the psychosocial transition of bereavement.

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The impact of the death of a child on meaning and purpose in life

Cited by 6 publications

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What aspects of post-traumatic growth are experienced by bereaved parents? A systematic review

What aspects of post-traumatic growth are experienced by bereaved parents? A systematic review

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The impact of practical support on parental bereavement: Reflections from a study involving parents bereaved through military death

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