BMS Psychology of Grief Counseling 2

Question 1

Which theorist proposed the 'continuing bonds' model of grief, suggesting that maintaining a connection with the deceased is healthy?

Accepted Answer

Dennis Klass

Answer

Dennis Klass, along with Silverman and Nickman, proposed that maintaining an ongoing bond with the deceased can be a healthy part of grief adaptation.

Question 2

A bereaved parent visits the funeral home frequently after arrangements are complete, asking repetitive questions. This behavior most likely reflects:

Accepted Answer

A normal search for meaning and continued connection

Answer

Repetitive visits and questions are common expressions of a bereaved parent's search for meaning and their need to maintain connection during acute grief.

Question 3

In Worden's Tasks of Mourning, what is the primary goal of Task III?

Accepted Answer

Adjusting to a world without the deceased

Answer

Task III focuses on adapting to external, internal, and spiritual changes that come with living in a world where the deceased is absent.

Question 4

Which of the following is a characteristic feature of Prolonged Grief Disorder (PGD) as defined in DSM-5-TR?

Accepted Answer

Intense yearning or longing for the deceased persisting beyond 12 months in adults

Answer

PGD requires intense yearning, longing, or preoccupation with the deceased lasting more than 12 months (6 months in children) at a clinically significant level.

Question 5

When a family member expresses anger at the funeral director for a perceived minor error, the most therapeutically appropriate response is:

Accepted Answer

Recognize the anger as displaced grief and respond with empathy

Answer

Displaced anger is common in acute grief; recognizing it as such and responding with empathy de-escalates tension and supports the bereaved.

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS - Bachelor of Mortuary Science Practice Test

BMS Psychology of Grief Counseling 2