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Pathological grief: two Victorian case studies

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  • 1Medical College of Pennsylvania, Philadelphia 19129, USA.

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Pathological grief remains controversial despite decades of study. This analysis suggests viewing pathological grief on a psychopathology continuum, influenced by individual, relationship, and loss factors.

Area of Science:

  • Psychiatry
  • Psychology
  • Medical Humanities

Background:

  • The concept of pathological grief has been investigated for 75 years.
  • Its definition and diagnostic criteria remain tenuous and controversial within the scientific community.

Discussion:

  • This study examines the syndrome of "grief gone away" using historical case studies of two 19th-century women (one real, one fictional).
  • It explores the subjective experience and presentation of complicated grief in historical contexts.

Key Insights:

  • Pathological grief may not be a distinct entity but rather exists on a continuum of psychopathology.
  • The manifestation of pathological grief is influenced by a complex interplay of factors.

Outlook:

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  • Future research should consider the interaction between patient personality, the nature of the lost relationship, and the circumstances surrounding the loss.
  • A dimensional approach to understanding pathological grief may offer a more nuanced perspective.