Complicated grief as it relates to client suicide: A qualitative study of clinical psychologists
by Darden, Allison, Psy.D., THE UNIVERSITY OF THE ROCKIES, 2008, 104 pages; 3332188

Abstract:

Client suicide is a devastating experience for the psychologist, yet during the past two decades minimal attention has been given to the profound impact and coping strategies employed. This study utilizes Consensual Qualitative Research methodology to investigate the phenomenological perspective of six licensed psychologists–two females and four males. The findings reveal the psychologists' experiences met the criteria of complicated grief. Additionally, the results suggest that both the impact and recovery process were significantly influenced by the work setting, and where applicable, the administrative component had considerable bearing on the psychologist's experience. Furthermore, the participants did not question their clinical skills, but rather invoked a sense of agency that prompted resiliency. Overall, most participants indicated the benefits of talking to process their grief.
 
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SchoolTHE UNIVERSITY OF THE ROCKIES
SourceDAI/B 69-09, p. , Nov 2008
Source TypeDissertation
SubjectsClinical psychology; Gender studies
Publication Number3332188
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