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Grief resolution: facilitating self-transcendence in the bereaved
1Southeastern Louisiana University, School of Nursing, Baton Rouge, Louisiana.
Summary
Clinical nurse specialists (CNS) help resolve grief and encourage self-transcendence. Participation in grief support groups fosters coping skills and personal growth beyond loss.
Area of Science:
- Nursing
- Psychology
- Bereavement Studies
Background:
- Grief resolution is a complex process following personal loss and death.
- Self-transcendence involves extending beyond personal concerns to connect with others and the wider world.
- Clinical Nurse Specialists (CNS) play a role in guiding individuals through grief.
Purpose of the Study:
- To explore the role of the Clinical Nurse Specialist (CNS) in facilitating grief resolution.
- To examine how CNS interventions can promote self-transcendence in bereaved individuals.
- To understand the impact of support groups on grief coping and self-transcendence.
Main Methods:
- The study focuses on the interventions provided by Clinical Nurse Specialists.
- It highlights the process of encouraging self-transcendent activities.
- The role of grief resolution support groups is emphasized as a key method.
Main Results:
- CNS interventions can aid individuals in resolving grief and achieving self-transcendence.
- Self-transcendence broadens life perspectives and fosters a sense of connectedness.
- Support group participation equips bereaved individuals with coping skills.
Conclusions:
- Clinical Nurse Specialists are instrumental in guiding bereaved individuals toward grief resolution and self-transcendence.
- Engaging in self-transcendent acts, such as group participation, promotes healing and a broader sense of purpose.
- Support groups offer a structured environment for developing essential coping mechanisms and fostering personal growth post-loss.