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Author: Robert A. Neimeyer
ISBN: 9781032058955

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From the publisher

Grief and Bereavement in Contemporary Society is the authoritative guide to the study of and work with major themes in bereavement. The classic edition includes a new preface from the lead editors discussing advances in the field since the book's initial publication.

The book's chapters synthesize the best of research-based conceptualization and clinical wisdom across 30 of the most important topics in the field. The volume's contributors come from around the world, and their work reflects a level of cultural awareness of the diversity and universality of bereavement and its challenges that has rarely been approximated by other volumes. This is a readable, engaging, and comprehensive book that shares the most important scientific and applied work on the contemporary scene with a broad international audience. It's an essential addition to anyone with a serious interest in death, dying, and bereavement.

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Title Grief and Bereavement in Contemporary Society: Bridging Research and Practice
Author Robert A. Neimeyer (Editor); Darcy L. Harris (Editor); Howard R. Winokuer (Editor)
Binding Hardback
Pages 442
Volumes 1
Language ENG
Publisher Routledge
Publication date 2021-09-09
Illustrated Yes
Features Bibliography, Illustrated, Index
ISBN 9781032058955 / 1032058951
Weight 1.78 lbs (0.81 kg)
Dimensions 9 x 6 x 1.06 in (22.86 x 15.24 x 2.69 cm)
Themes
- Topical: Death/Dying
Category Psychology
Library of Congress subjects Grief, Bereavement - Psychological aspects
Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2021013394
Dewey Decimal Code 155.937

About the author

Robert A. Neimeyer, PhD, directs the Portland Institute for Loss and Transition, serves as editor of the journal Death Studies, actively practices as a trainer, consultant and coach, and has published extensively on grieving as a meaning-making process.

Darcy L. Harris, PhD, RN, RSW, FT, is an associate professor in the Department of Interdisciplinary Programs and the coordinator of the Thanatology Program at King's University College at Western University in London, Ontario, Canada. She also maintains a private clinical practice and does consulting and presentation work specializing in issues related to change, loss, transition, and grief.

Howard R. Winokuer, PhD, was the founder of the Winokuer Center for Counseling and Healing in Charlotte, North Carolina, and was a well-known author and internationally renowned speaker.

Gordon F. Thornton, PhD, is professor emeritus at Indiana University of Pennsylvania and has served as president of the Association for Death Education and Counseling.

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