Out of Deep Waters

Course Description

This course is intended for all you brave individuals willing to face grief in your own life and in the lives of others. It is particularly suitable for those working in helping or caring professions. You will learn the grief process, recognize the different types of bereavement identify typical behaviors resulting from 'normal' as well as unresolved grief, understand the different ways in which people grieve and appreciate cultural differences. You will also be introduced to gentle approaches with children grievers and explore the function and value of grief groups. Many of the frequently asked questions about how to respond gently to grievers are answered. Guidance and suggestions are given for maximizing your ability to render help that facilitates grief relief. Let us start this journey together!

Course Requirements

This class is not intended for those who have recently lost a loved one. It may be too soon after the loss.

Course Goals

To increase understanding of the complex phenomenon of grief and bereavement, particularly as it relates to loss due to death; to increase sensitivity to the bereaved; learn techniques for providing gentle care support to grieving individuals.

Course Objectives

Upon completion of this course, you will better understand:

1) Your own grief issues

2) That grief often surfaces as the underlying cause of various physical and mental aberrations.

3) Unresolved grief.

4) Anticipatory Grief

5) Normal Grief Reactions.

6) The manifestations of Normal Grief.

7) Grief and Depression.

8) The difficult Grief –Work

9) Gentle Care in working with Grievers

10) When to refer for Grief Counseling/Therapy

11) Children’s Grief and Methods of Gentle Care

12) The Essential Role of Grief Support/Recovery Groups

13) The Role of Rituals in Coping with Loss

14) Meditation: Grief Management

15) Meditation: When Death Dies

Course Materials

None required but students are encouraged to obtain a copy of Granger E. Westberg's small book entitled, GOOD GRIEF. It is an invaluable resource to keep in your personal library.

Course Policy

This course is for your edification only. There are no lesson quizzes or exams.

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