scholarly journals Gestational, Perinatal and Neonatal Loss: Emotional and Psychological Consequences on Mothers, Fathers and Healthcare Professionals

2020 ◽  
Vol 5 (2) ◽  
pp. 35-44
Author(s):  
Fabiola Ortiz-Aparicio ◽  
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José R. Rodríguez-Gómez ◽  
Maribella Gonzalez-Viruet ◽  
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...  
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Perinatal Loss ◽  
Psychological Consequences ◽  
Current Article

The current article contains compilation of significant contributions done by theorists over the years about the phenomenon of perinatal loss. The objective of this paper is to provide information about important emotional and psychological consequences on parents who suffer stillbirth. This article addresses identity issues of the mother, father, and their relationship as a couple. It also provides information on the psychological, emotional, and legal aftermath of healthcare professionals who assist during the process of loss.

Perinatal Loss and Parental Grief: The Challenge of Ambiguity and Disenfranchised Grief

2011 ◽  
Vol 63 (2) ◽  
pp. 183-196 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ariella Lang ◽  
Andrea R. Fleiszer ◽  
Fabie Duhamel ◽  
Wendy Sword ◽  
Kathleen R. Gilbert ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Physical Process ◽  
Pregnancy Loss ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Perinatal Loss ◽  
Ambiguous Loss ◽  
Parental Grief ◽  
Disenfranchised Grief ◽  
The Many ◽  
Many Sources

Following perinatal loss, a type of ambiguous loss, bereaved couples struggle with and experience distress due to various forms of ambiguity. Moreover, the juxtaposition of their grief with society's minimization often disenfranchises them from traditional grieving processes. The purpose of this study was to explore sources of ambiguity and disenfranchised grief related to perinatal loss. Audio-taped interviews with 13 bereaved couples at 2, 6, and 13 months following the death of their fetus or infant were analyzed. Several categories of ambiguity and disenfranchised grief emerged, pertaining to: (a) the viability of the pregnancy; (b) the physical process of pregnancy loss; (c) making arrangements for the remains; and (d) sharing the news. This study uncovers the many sources of ambiguity and disenfranchised grief that bereaved couples face in interactions with family, friends, society, and healthcare professionals. These insights may inform healthcare professionals in their attempts to ease distress related to perinatal loss.

scholarly journals The Perinatal Loss Care Educational Programme and Its Evaluation

2019 ◽  
Vol 59 (1) ◽  
pp. 1-7
Author(s):  
Kateřina Ratislavová ◽  
Martina Štípková
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Perinatal Care ◽  
Perinatal Loss ◽  
Educational Programme ◽  
Medical Professional ◽  
Basic Knowledge ◽  
Post Intervention ◽  
Perinatal Bereavement ◽  
Bereaved Parents ◽  
High Level

Abstract Introduction Working with bereaved parents is an immense challenge for professionals in the field of perinatal care and requires a high level of knowledge and skill. This article aims to evaluate the effectiveness of the Perinatal Loss Care blended educational programme. Methods An evaluative assessment was carried out using a scored questionnaire to gather pre- and post-programme data. Participants were medical and healthcare professionals (n=200) who participated in the programme voluntarily (the Medical Professional/Motivated group and the Others group) or were selected by their employer and for whom attendance was mandatory (the Medical Professional/Non/Motivated group). Results Participants’ perception of their own knowledge and understanding of perinatal bereavement care was significantly higher on completion of the educational programme, proving its effectivity. There was a statistically significant effect on overall score in individual groups of respondents, as well as the whole set (p<0.001), with post-intervention scores higher than pre-intervention scores. No statistically significant differences in overall score were detected before participation in the educational programme in individual groups (p=0.204). Participants from the Medical Professional/Non/Motivated group achieved lower post-intervention scores to a significantly greater extent (p<0.05) and more often perceived the educational programme as being “very difficult” (χ2=20.66, df=6, P<0.01) compared to other groups. Conclusions The educational programme was assessed as effective. Care of bereaved parents has its specifics and healthcare professionals should possess a basic knowledge of how to provide sensitive care during this time.

Healthcare professionals’ experiences of perinatal loss: A systematic review

2017 ◽  
Vol 24 (1) ◽  
pp. 65-78 ◽  
Author(s):  
Gabriella Gandino ◽  
Antonella Bernaudo ◽  
Giulia Di Fini ◽  
Ilaria Vanni ◽  
Fabio Veglia
Keyword(s):  
Systematic Review ◽  
Qualitative Analysis ◽  
Vocational Training ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Scientific Research ◽  
Perinatal Loss ◽  
Healthcare Systems ◽  
Emotional Experiences ◽  
Scientific Review ◽  
Internal States

Healthcare professionals’ psychological involvement in perinatal loss is a largely overlooked subject by healthcare systems, scientific research and prevention policies. A systematic scientific review has been carried out about emotional experiences, attributed meanings and needs conveyed by healthcare professionals in relation to perinatal loss. We identified 213 studies between 1985 and 2015, 20 of which were included in the present study for qualitative analysis. Our results point out the need for a targeted vocational training in perinatal loss, enabling healthcare professionals to achieve a proper management of their own internal states.

scholarly journals Lived Experiences of African Migrants Crossing the Strait of Gibraltar to Europe: A Cross-Cultural Approach to Healthcare from a Qualitative Methodology

2021 ◽  
Vol 18 (17) ◽  
pp. 9379
Author(s):  
José Antonio Ponce-Blandón ◽  
Rocío Romero-Castillo ◽  
Nerea Jiménez-Picón ◽  
Juan Carlos Palomo-Lara ◽  
Aurora Castro-Méndez ◽  
...  
Keyword(s):  
Lived Experiences ◽  
Qualitative Methodology ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Quality Care ◽  
Cross Cultural ◽  
Psychological Consequences ◽  
Strait Of Gibraltar ◽  
Physical Damage ◽  
Cultural Approach ◽  
Provide Quality Care

Background: The migratory flow from the African continent to Europe is intense and the European countries should apply a humanitarian, health and social response to this emerging problem. Migrants coming from Africa to Europe are a very vulnerable population. Healthcare professionals should be prepared for answering their needs from a transcultural approach, which requires a better understanding of this phenomenon. Thus, the aim of this study was to improve nursing and healthcare professionals’ awareness and better understanding of migrant life experiences during the migration journey. An exploratory descriptive qualitative research was conducted. In-depth interviews were conducted involving four key informants and content analysis were performed with the transcriptions. Results: Three themes merged: life situations in their countries of origin; motivations that led them to undertake the migratory journey; and experiences they lived during the migratory journey. The results described the dramatic experience and motivations for crossing the strait of Gibraltar from Africa to Europe, including feelings, fears, hopes and lived experiences. The determination of immigrants to fight for a better life opportunity and the physical damage and psychological consequences they suffer were revealed. Conclusions: This study would help healthcare professionals to better understand this complex reality and deliver culturally adapted care. Knowledge of the starting reality of these populations can help health professionals to incorporate a cross-cultural approach that improves the relational, ethical and affective competences to provide quality care to the migrant population, as well as the development of health measures to fight against inequalities suffered by these population groups.

Experiences of Maternity Healthcare Professionals Returning to Work Following a Personal Perinatal Loss: A Scoping Review of the Literature

2021 ◽  
pp. 003022282199131
Author(s):  
Wimbayi Musodza ◽  
Athena Sheehan ◽  
Daniel Nicholls ◽  
Hannah Dahlen
Keyword(s):  
Return To Work ◽  
Scoping Review ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Grey Literature ◽  
Perinatal Loss ◽  
Postnatal Period ◽  
Collegial Support ◽  
Returning To Work ◽  
Loss Experience ◽  
Pregnancy And Birth

Background In Australia, midwives care closely for women during pregnancy and birth and the immediate postnatal period. This scoping review aimed to explore the experiences of female maternity healthcare professionals when they return to work following a personal pregnancy loss or neonatal death. Methodology: A scoping review was carried out on published and unpublished research and grey literature looking at how maternity healthcare professionals who have had a personal perinatal loss experience working in a maternity setting following the loss. A search of the literature was performed between October and December 2018, with no set limitations. A search for relevant references from included papers was also carried out. The literature was analysed thematically. The types of perinatal loss were defined as per Australian guidelines. Results 10 articles were included in this scoping review. Four themes emerged from the literature and these were: 1) Impact of being asked, “have you got children?”; 2) Impact on professional practice; 3) Impact of pre-existing professional knowledge; 4) Importance of collegial support on return to work. Conclusions Return to work in a maternity setting following a personal perinatal loss is emotionally challenging and requires a range of supports. Further research is needed in this area.

Are subjective cognitive complaints relevant in preclinical Alzheimer's disease? A review and guidelines for healthcare professionals

2012 ◽  
Vol 23 (1) ◽  
pp. 61-74 ◽  
Author(s):  
Ruth E Mark ◽  
Margriet M Sitskoorn
Keyword(s):  
Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Alzheimer's Disease ◽  
Clinical Practice ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Cognitive Complaints ◽  
Preclinical Alzheimer’S Disease ◽  
Research Programmes ◽  
Current Article ◽  
Neuropsychological Tasks ◽  
Subjective Cognitive Complaints

SummaryIdentifying what makes people vulnerable to developing Alzheimer's disease (AD) is at the forefront of many research programmes, while early diagnosis is the goal in clinical practice. What individuals themselves tell their general practitioners (GPs) is clearly important because these subjective complaints may be a clue that something is wrong. More specifically, subjective cognitive complaints (SCC) may be the first sign of AD in individuals whose cognitive performance on standard neuropsychological tasks is normal for their age. The challenge for researchers in this field is twofold: (a) determining when SCC do or do not predict current cognitive functioning and future dementia; and (b) estimating how relevant they are for patients and their proxies. The current article addresses these issues, while guidelines are also provided in an attempt to help clinicians interpret and make treatment decisions about their patients’ SCC.

scholarly journals COVID-19: Psychological Effects of the Pandemic. How to Help Healthcare Workers?

2020 ◽  
Vol 28 (2) ◽  
pp. 190-196
Keyword(s):  
Healthcare Workers ◽  
Healthcare Professionals ◽  
Psychological Effects ◽  
Extreme Conditions ◽  
The Novel ◽  
Psychological Consequences ◽  
Novel Coronavirus

The current digest focuses on the psychological consequences of the novel coronavirus pandemic. It specifically emphasizes practices of psychologically aiding healthcare professionals who work in extreme conditions. (Translated by Elena Mozhaeva).

Encultured minds, not error reduction minds

2020 ◽  
Vol 43 ◽  
Author(s):  
Robert Mirski ◽  
Mark H. Bickhard ◽  
David Eck ◽  
Arkadiusz Gut
Keyword(s):  
Free Energy ◽  
Error Reduction ◽  
Energy Principle ◽  
Free Energy Principle ◽  
Current Article

Abstract There are serious theoretical problems with the free-energy principle model, which are shown in the current article. We discuss the proposed model's inability to account for culturally emergent normativities, and point out the foundational issues that we claim this inability stems from.

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