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Area of Science:

  • Psychology
  • Bereavement Studies
  • Trauma Research

Background:

  • Existing growth models, like Calhoun and Tedeschi's, primarily focus on cognitive processing post-bereavement.
  • These models often overlook the significance of pre-bereavement life narratives and experiences.
  • The current understanding of posttraumatic growth (PTG) may be incomplete by not considering the full life context.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To explore and clarify the process of growth experienced by bereaved families.
  • To identify new perspectives on posttraumatic growth (PTG) beyond established theoretical frameworks.
  • To challenge and expand existing PTG models by incorporating pre-loss experiences and diverse growth manifestations.

Main Methods:

  • A qualitative research approach was employed to gain in-depth understanding.
  • The study focused on the experiences of bereaved families to gather rich, contextual data.
  • Analysis centered on identifying themes related to growth processes before and after loss.

Main Results:

  • The posttraumatic growth (PTG) process is significantly influenced by pre-bereavement experiences and life narratives.
  • Growth following bereavement is not exclusively characterized by positive psychological changes; it encompasses a broader spectrum of transformation.
  • The realization of self-acceptance ('it is okay to be who they are') is a crucial aspect of the growth experience.

Conclusions:

  • Calhoun and Tedeschi's growth model is insufficient as it omits the critical pre-loss phase.
  • Accurate assessment of bereaved families' PTG requires integrating the individual's experience before the loss.
  • The concept of growth should encompass the entire process and subjective experiences, not solely positive psychological shifts.