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Janske H W Van Eersel1, Toon W Taris2, Paul A Boelen1,3
1Department of Clinical Psychology, Utrecht University, Utrecht, Netherlands.
Frontiers in Psychiatry
|August 8, 2022
Summary
Involuntary job loss can trigger complicated grief. A cognitive-behavioral framework identifies negative thoughts, avoidance, and memory integration issues as key factors in developing job loss-related complicated grief (JLCG).
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Mental Health
- Occupational Psychology
Background:
- Involuntary job loss affects a significant minority, leading to job loss-related complicated grief (JLCG).
- Understanding the mechanisms behind JLCG is crucial for developing effective interventions.
Purpose of the Study:
- To introduce a cognitive-behavioral framework explaining the development and maintenance of JLCG symptoms.
- To identify core psychological processes contributing to JLCG.
Main Methods:
- The study proposes a theoretical framework based on cognitive-behavioral principles.
- It outlines three core processes: negative cognitions, avoidance strategies, and memory integration difficulties.
- Risk factors influencing these processes are also discussed.
Main Results:
- JLCG develops through the interaction of negative cognitions, avoidance, and poor integration of job loss into memory.
- Risk factors include job loss circumstances, personality, and social environment.
- JLCG can lead to anxiety, depression, and reduced employability.
Conclusions:
- The cognitive-behavioral framework provides a model for understanding JLCG.
- The model highlights implications for preventive measures and psychological interventions.
- Further research is needed to explore JLCG symptoms and interventions.
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