TOPIC: While bereavement is considered by many to be among the most stressful life events, it becomes even more distressing when it is related to the suicide of a loved one. Further, the death of a parent is traumatic for anyone, but it may be especially intensified for young children. This points to a strong need for the recognition and treatment of psychiatric and social problems associated with childhood bereavement. PURPOSE AND SOURCES: The purpose of this paper is to review the literature and present a synopsis of the psychosocial outcomes of childhood suicide survivor bereavement and outline communication issues that emerge when talking with young suicide survivors. CONCLUSIONS: A case is made to develop and test interventions designed to meet the mental health needs of this important group of individuals.
TOPIC: While bereavement is considered by many to be among the most stressful life events, it becomes even more distressing when it is related to the suicide of a loved one. Further, the death of a parent is traumatic for anyone, but it may be especially intensified for young children. This points to a strong need for the recognition and treatment of psychiatric and social problems associated with childhood bereavement. PURPOSE AND SOURCES: The purpose of this paper is to review the literature and present a synopsis of the psychosocial outcomes of childhood suicide survivor bereavement and outline communication issues that emerge when talking with young suicide survivors. CONCLUSIONS: A case is made to develop and test interventions designed to meet the mental health needs of this important group of individuals.
Authors: C R Pfeffer; P Martins; J Mann; M Sunkenberg; A Ice; J P Damore; C Gallo; I Karpenos; H Jiang Journal: J Am Acad Child Adolesc Psychiatry Date: 1997-01 Impact factor: 8.829
Authors: Elizabeth A Cutrer-Párraga; Caitlin Cotton; Melissa A Heath; Erica E Miller; Terrell A Young; Suzanne N Wilson Journal: J Child Fam Stud Date: 2022-05-20