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Exploring Gender Differences in Adult Siblings' Recollections on Perinatal Loss
Agnes Y Bornemisza1, Rebeka Javor2, Marta B Erdos2
1Department of Health Visiting and Prevention, Faculty of Health Sciences, University of Pécs, Pécs, Hungary.
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|March 14, 2023
Summary
This study explored gender differences in sibling grief after perinatal loss. While emotional intensity was similar, men recalled specific data, and women focused on emotional significance and social context.
Area of Science:
- Psychology
- Perinatal Health
- Grief Studies
Background:
- Perinatal loss significantly impacts families, yet sibling grief remains under-researched.
- Understanding gendered grief responses is crucial for targeted support.
- Disenfranchised grief in siblings requires further investigation.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore potential gender differences in adult sibling grief experiences following perinatal loss.
- To analyze recollections along an instrumental-intuitive grief continuum.
- To inform personalized interventions for bereaved siblings.
Main Methods:
- Analysis of 30 adult siblings' recollections of perinatal loss.
- Statistical analysis (ANOVA) of word frequencies to assess emotional intensity.
- Qualitative context analysis of recollections to identify specific themes and differences.
Main Results:
- No significant gender differences in the overall intensity of emotional experiences were found.
- Women more frequently mentioned third parties (family, staff), delivery details, and naming the deceased sibling.
- Men's recollections were more specific with data, while women's focused on emotional significance.
Conclusions:
- Sibling grief following perinatal loss exhibits gendered communication and focus differences, not intensity.
- Findings can guide tailored therapeutic approaches for bereaved siblings.
- Addressing disenfranchised grief in siblings necessitates understanding these nuanced gendered experiences.
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