PBC Perinatal Loss & Bereavement Theories 2

Question 1

Which theorist introduced the concept of 'continuing bonds' as a healthy aspect of grief, replacing the goal of 'letting go'?

Accepted Answer

Klass, Silverman & Nickman

Answer

Klass, Silverman & Nickman's 1996 work challenged the detachment model, proposing that maintaining an ongoing relationship with the deceased is normal and healthy.

Question 2

In Rando's 'Six R Processes' of mourning, what does the second 'R' — 'React to the separation' — primarily involve?

Accepted Answer

Experiencing the pain of the loss emotionally and physically

Answer

The second R requires the mourner to fully experience and express the psychological, behavioral, social, and physical pain caused by the loss.

Question 3

A bereaved mother states she finds comfort talking to her stillborn daughter's photo each morning. According to the continuing bonds theory, this behavior is best described as:

Accepted Answer

A healthy internalization maintaining relational connection

Answer

Continuing bonds theory supports that maintaining symbolic connection with the deceased through rituals like talking to a photo is a healthy grief adaptation.

Question 4

Therese Rando identified which factor as a 'high-risk' predictor for complicated mourning following perinatal loss?

Accepted Answer

A sudden, unexpected loss with little opportunity to prepare

Answer

Rando identified sudden, unexpected death — common in perinatal loss — as a significant risk factor for complicated mourning due to the absence of anticipatory grief.

Question 5

Which model specifically addresses the oscillation between loss-orientation and restoration-orientation in bereavement?

Accepted Answer

Dual Process Model by Stroebe & Schut

Answer

Stroebe and Schut's Dual Process Model (1999) describes healthy grieving as a dynamic oscillation between confronting loss and attending to life changes and restoration.

(PBC) Perinatal Bereavement Certification Practice Test

(PBC) Perinatal Bereavement Certification Practice Test

PBC Perinatal Loss & Bereavement Theories 2