Discusses a frequently overlooked aspect of the mourning process--the loss of what might have been. Uses case examples to illustrate the need for dealing with fantasies and loss of future plans, which can interfere with resolution of grief in cases of death, divorce, or disablement. (JAC)

Describes the psychological states associated with normal grief and mourning in widows, using Kelly's theory of personal constructs. Suggests that adaptation to dislocation of the personal construct system involves two inseparable processes, assimilation and accommodation, which can determine the efficacy of adjustment to bereavement. (JAC)

Proposed dyadic model of how self functions in loss, recovery, and growth. In model, "reflective" side of self is seen as acting on "core" repository of identity, interpreting feelings and formulating meaning. Suggests that grief work enhances reflective self's insight, affirmative strength, and ability to make life matter. Discusses implications…

Discusses the influence of development on divorce, and presents a diaclectic model of divorce stages. Suggests mediation as an alternative dispute resolution strategy and describes contraindications for both mediation and the adversarial approach. (JAC)

Notes that parents whose son or daughter develops serious mental illness experience grief that is often neither recognized by society nor addressed by mental health professionals. Describes some common elements of parental bereavement, losses experienced with mental illness, consequences of ignoring grief, and appropriate interventions for mental…

Looks at effects of bereavement and of mortality awareness, considers developmental aspects of bereavement and mortality awareness, and examines the role of death in adult development. Counseling implications are considered and discussed. (NB)

Describes the problems and therapeutic needs of women in the process of identifying themselves as lesbians. Explores means of working through denial rationales. Therapists must recognize their own feelings toward lesbianism in order to provide support, clarification and information during this period. (JAC)

Examines process of leave-taking (termination) in terms of social goals and remedial and reciprocal models of group works. Presents typology of termination. Discusses termination reactions and related activity patterns. Notes practice principles of group leaders including timing, leader-member decision making and evaluation, management of…

Discusses emotional problems related to infertility investigation and treatment. Reviews causes and treatment of infertility, coping patterns, and the role of counselors and family life educators in easing the crises of infertility and facilitating successful resolution of associated emotional problems. (JAC)

Discusses empathy as a critical factor needed in counseling the Vietnam veteran. Suggests that a thorough understanding of the peculiarities of the Vietnam War can enhance the likelihood of counselor empathy, and discusses implications for therapeutic interventions. (JAC)

Presents treatment method in cases where grieving for death of child extends beyond normal parameters. Includes guidelines for clinical assessment which emphasize investigation of family history for possible early, unresolved death. Discusses approach's integration of grief work with individual into family therapy framework. Describes criteria for…

Uses structural and family systems models as basis for evaluation/treatment of grieving families. Notes that, in structural model, families can be assessed in terms of how family has attempted to fill role left by loss. Suggests that family systems approach can be integrated with structural model, demonstrating techniques to assess changes in…

This paper reviews the literature on the stresses and coping strategies of spouses of patients with myocardial infarction (MI). It attempts to identify specific problem areas of adjustment for the spouse and to explore the effects of spousal adjustment on patient recovery. Chapter one provides an overview of the importance in examining the…

Compares several models of the divorce process and the implications of each for counseling. A unification of the concomitant implications is provided to assist the helping professions to understand the processes and problems associated with divorce. (Author)

Proposes an approach that incorporates the traditional provision of concrete services and addresses the powerful emotional ties that keep many women from effecting a lasting separation from their abusive partners. Focuses on helping battered women identify and mourn the losses accompanying separation. (Author/ABB)