Not Fitting the Typical Profile for Widowers: the Role Of Clinicians In Supporting Those Who Are "too Young to Be Widowed"
Each year, individuals across the United States experience young widowhood as they face life following the perhaps unexpected death of a spouse. Young widowhood can have profound impacts that can impact all facets of life. Although the average age for widowhood is much later, widowhood can impact individuals much earlier in the lifespan. For those widowed in their 20's, 30's, and 40's, the shock and loss can be profound. This training will provide information and strategies to support widows who have lost a loved one at a developmentally incongruent phase of life. Discussion will also focus on supporting widows who may have children as they navigate their own grief journey.
Course Objectives
Participants will be able to articulate the unique circumstances in life and facets of grief that impact young widows.
Participants will be able to explain strategies and supports that can be tailored for clients and their families impacted by young widowhood.
Participants will identify resources available for young widows and their families.
Topic(s)
General Clinical Practice, Grief
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