Partner bereavement when parenting dependent children: What factors influence adjustment?

Anderson, E, Bennett, KM ORCID: 0000-0003-3164-6894, Van Vuuren, J and Soulsby, LK (2023) Partner bereavement when parenting dependent children: What factors influence adjustment? DEATH STUDIES, 47 (3). pp. 239-248.

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Official URL: http://dx.doi.org/10.1080/07481187.2022.2048281

Abstract

Little is known about those who are widowed while raising dependent children. This study aimed to explore the factors which influence adjustment to partner death. Seven fathers and five mothers were interviewed, and constructivist grounded theory was used. Three interrelated themes were identified: Interpersonal influences, Intrapersonal influences, and Contextual influences. Dependent children meant sole responsibility and increased demands, yet ultimately provided widowed parents a purpose. Participants highlighted the need for increased awareness of young widowhood at a systemic and cultural level, to improve communication around death and young widowhood. Implications included social, financial and therapeutic interventions.

Item Type:	Article
Uncontrolled Keywords:	Male, Female, Humans, Child, Parenting, Fathers, Bereavement, Grief, Parents, Widowhood
Divisions:	Faculty of Health and Life Sciences Faculty of Health and Life Sciences > Institute of Population Health
Depositing User:	Symplectic Admin
Date Deposited:	04 Apr 2022 08:28
Last Modified:	19 Jun 2023 12:24
DOI:	10.1080/07481187.2022.2048281
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URI:	https://livrepository.liverpool.ac.uk/id/eprint/3152051