This will include working through criteria which indicates complicated grief. TOP A number of strategies and techniques to assist parents in their adaptation process derives from this theoretical foundation. Focus is shifted to psychoeducation, cognitive-behavioural and grief therapy and how these perspectives can be used in programme, counselling, casework or group settings. Participants will have a good understanding of the grieving response. This understanding will be able to be translated into therapeutic working styles which enhances parent adaptation.
All individuals have their own relationship with loss and grief.
Subconsciously, some people have the need to block certain issues and emotions. In this case, parents may be prevented from expressing uncomfortable feelings - they may not be able to be honest. None of this assists the grieving process. Understanding personal issues, experiences, attitudes and feelings related to loss and disability prepares professionals to offer support to families facing loss. This workshop introduces the theoretical framework which explains the foundations for an individual's unique approach in these situations.