Video: Bereavement During a Pandemic

This video explains how self-advocates will work through grief related to bereavement. Also included is advice on how to support individuals during this time in healthy and productive ways.

Synopsis:

In summary, the SelfAdvocate can support individuals with bereavement during a pandemic. Self-Advocates gain an understanding of bereavement and grief; of losses during a pandemic; of the four tasks of mourning; of unique expressions of grief; and how to offer support to individuals.

Key Takeaways:

• • Support the individual experiencing grief by giving them the opportunity to talk about their loved one. Its important not to change the subject
  • As you are supporting the individual, its important to be aware of your personal views and be carefully not to impose them.

For More Information:

• the Mayo Clinic

This video discusses bereavement community members may feel during this pandemic, particularly grief – what it is and how it could appear.

Synopsis:

In summary, individuals bereave differently during a pandemic. Through the webinar individuals gain an understanding of grief and bereavement; of losses during a pandemic; of the four tasks of mourning; and of unique expressions of grief.

Key Takeaways:

• Grief is an a natural and common response to loss that promotes healing and growth
• Grief is an individual experience composed of emotional, physical, psychological, spiritual, and behavioral responses
• Grief is not an illness, maladaptive behavior, or a sign of weakness