%0 Journal Article
%T Effective communication with bereaved child survivors of suicide
%J Journal of child and adolescent psychiatric nursing
%D 2006
%A Mitchell, A. M.
%A Wesner, Susan
%A Brownson, Lynn
%A Gale, Deborah Dysart
%A Garand, Linda
%A Havill, Allyson
%V 19
%N 3
%P 130-136
%X TOPIC: While bereavement is considered by many to be among the most stressful life events, it becomes even more distressing when it is related to the suicide of a loved one. Further, the death of a parent is traumatic for anyone, but it may be especially intensified for young children. This points to a strong need for the recognition and treatment of psychiatric and social problems associated with childhood bereavement. PURPOSE AND SOURCES: The purpose of this paper is to review the literature and present a synopsis of the psychosocial outcomes of childhood suicide survivor bereavement and outline communication issues that emerge when talking with young suicide survivors. CONCLUSIONS: A case is made to develop and test interventions designed to meet the mental health needs of this important group of individuals.<p /> <p>Language: en</p>
%G en
%I John Wiley and Sons
%@ 1073-6077
%U http://dx.doi.org/10.1111/j.1744-6171.2006.00060.x