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Peer reviewedLesher, Emerson L.; Bergey, Karen J. – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 1988
Examined changes in health, functional activities, family cohesion, and psychological well-being among 18 bereaved elderly mothers following the death of an adult child. Results showed changes in all areas, but especially striking was the high level of psychological distress. Recommends increased research and clinical attention. (Author/ABL)
Descriptors: Adult Children, Death, Emotional Problems, Family Relationship
Peer reviewedThomas, Jeanne L. – International Journal of Aging and Human Development, 1990
Surveyed 69 mothers about having grandparents in family. Found that single mothers emphasized grandparents' support in childrearing, married mothers stressed grandparents' value in providing family heritage and stability, and both agreed that grandparents' interference in childrearing could pose threats to family harmony. Proposes grandparents…
Descriptors: Child Rearing, Family History, Family Involvement, Family Relationship
