1. Chapter 15: Group Work: Loss Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark D. Stauffer

2. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer The Concept of Loss Inescapable and prevalent theme throughout our lives Intricately tied to change and growth, loss and gain Multifaceted Associated with Homelessness Infertility Freedom Mental illness Miscarriage Chronic illness Death Violence and war Power Terminal illness Relationships Aging Dementia Expectations

3. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer Dealing With a Loss How an individual experiences a loss is as individualized as our fingerprints. The greater the attachment to that which is lost, the greater the impact of the loss. Bereavement is the objective situation of having lost something significant. Grief is the process of experiencing the reactions to the loss. Mourning is the process that helps the individual adjust to the loss. Ripple effects created as a result of a primary loss should be taken into consideration. A secondary loss is a physical or psychosocial loss that coincides with or develops as a result of the primary loss.

4. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer The Impact of a Loss Depends on: whether the loss is temporary or permanent the nature of the loss and how it occurred previous history of significant losses psychological makeup of the individual whether the loss is visible or invisible other life stressors

5. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer The Tasks of Mourning Accepting the reality of the loss Experiencing the pain of grief Acknowledging and resolving conflicting feelings Adjusting to a new environment Withdrawing and reinvesting emotional energy

6. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer Feelings Associated With Loss Anger Guilt Sadness Anxiety and helplessness Frustration Depression

7. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer Purposes for Loss Groups Support Shared feelings Developing coping skills Information and education Existential considerations

8. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer Considerations in Conducting Loss Groups Leadership Membership

9. Introduction to Group Work, 5th Edition Edited by: David Capuzzi, Douglas R. Gross, and Mark. D. Stauffer Discussion Focuses in the Chapter Death of a partner Loss from life’s transitions Working with children after a loss Application of brief approaches