Author:
Holm Anne Lise,Severinsson Elisabeth,Berland Astrid
Abstract
<p>Bereavement and
spousal loss lead to emotional and practical problems, especially for those in
failing health. The aim of this study was to explore the meaning of bereavement
in older adults after the death of their spouse. The participants took part in
in-depth interviews. The themes and sub-themes were identified using a
hermeneutic approach. One overall theme, Struggling to maintain pride and
dignity, three themes and six sub-themes emerged. The first theme, Understanding
health decline, included one sub-theme; The difficulty asking for help. The
second theme, A painful struggle, had three sub-themes: Striving to avoid
feeling sorry for oneself, Searching for meaning when life becomes meaningless
and Sensing that one’s spouse is present. In the third theme, Feeling
misunderstood in the dialogue with others, two sub-themes emerged: Longing for
support to achieve inclusion and Togetherness is the best medicine. It is vital
to prevent older adults from carrying a permanent state of grief with them for
the rest of their life.</p>
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1. Coming to terms with loss;British Journal of Community Nursing;2021-12-02