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Continuing Bonds in Bereavement: An Attachment Theory Based Perspective

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Title: Continuing Bonds in Bereavement: An Attachment Theory Based Perspective
Language: English
Authors: Field, Nigel P., Gao, Beryl, Paderna, Lisa
Source: Death Studies. May 2005 29(4):277-299.
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Peer Reviewed: Y
Page Count: 23
Publication Date: 2005
Document Type: Journal Articles
Reports - Descriptive
Descriptors: Grief, Attachment Behavior, Individual Differences, Religion, Coping, Theories
ISSN: 0748-1187
Abstract: An attachment theory based perspective on the continuing bond to the deceased (CB) is proposed. The value of attachment theory in specifying the normative course of CB expression and in identifying adaptive versus maladaptive variants of CB expression based on their deviation from this normative course is outlined. The role of individual differences in attachment security on effective versus ineffective use of CB in coping with bereavement also is addressed. Finally, the moderating influence of type of loss (e.g., death of a spouse vs. child), culture, and religion on type of CB expression within an overarching attachment framework is discussed.
Abstractor: Author
Number of References: 50
Entry Date: 2005
Access URL: https://taylorandfrancis.metapress.com/link.asp?target=contribution&id=VJ9675116G1N501V
Accession Number: EJ692101
Database: ERIC
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Abstract:An attachment theory based perspective on the continuing bond to the deceased (CB) is proposed. The value of attachment theory in specifying the normative course of CB expression and in identifying adaptive versus maladaptive variants of CB expression based on their deviation from this normative course is outlined. The role of individual differences in attachment security on effective versus ineffective use of CB in coping with bereavement also is addressed. Finally, the moderating influence of type of loss (e.g., death of a spouse vs. child), culture, and religion on type of CB expression within an overarching attachment framework is discussed.
ISSN:0748-1187