Grief Counseling and Grief Therapy, Fifth Edition: A Handbook for the Mental Health Practitioner

Gain Clinical Clarity and Confidence for Complex Loss.About This TextThe gold-standard resource on the tasks of mourning and evidence-based interventions, connecting theory to practice across settings, cultures, and the lifespan."In the fields of death education, research, and counseling/psychology, surely Bill Worden is a giant. ALL of us, personally and professionally, are indebted to [him]. From his work, we may be just a bit wiser, a bit healthier, a bit more competent, and a lot more in touch with meaning for the sake of all who mourn." —Illness, Crisis, & Loss"[If] you knew Worden's work and his writings previously, you'll find an enhanced book with a much broader and challenging perspective than his previous editions. If you are not familiar with Bill Worden, then it is time to begin." —Ben Wolfe, MEd, LICSW, Fellow in Thanatology, Program Manager and Grief Counselor, St. Mary's Medical Center's Grief Support Center, Duluth, MNCourseConnect is an interactive learning platform that provides focused lessons, practice quizzes, case studies, and progress tracking so you always know what to review next. Print copies include a CourseConnect access code.What’s New in the Fifth Edition Refinements to the author’s TASKS of Mourning New considerations regarding Mediators of Mourning on social variables The impact of social media and online resources on “cyber mourning” Complicated spiritual grief after mass casualty events DSM-5 changes relevant to bereavement work Expanded cross-cultural content and specialized grief presentations, including grandparents’ grief, prolonged grief disorder, and HIV-AIDS-related bereavement Updated information on grief and depression New case studies, reflection/discussion questions, and updated references Updated and revised information on grief counseling training Why Students Love This Text Frameworks for assessment and intervention Practical guidance for complicated grief presentations Ethical and interprofessional considerations Why Instructors Love This TextInstructor packet with Manual, PowerPoint slides, and Test BankGet it with CourseConnect: the Smarter Way to Succeed.Included with your print purchase. CourseConnect is an interactive learning platform that helps you learn faster, study smarter, retain more, and feel confident on exam day. Go beyond the book with tools that help you learn, apply, and assess your progress anywhere, anytime. Bite-sized interactive lessons for focused, efficient study Applied scenarios that connect concepts to practice Quizzes and flashcards with instant feedback Personal dashboard to track strengths, gaps, and progress Study tools, including notes, bookmarks, and search Course Coach—Expert-powered AI tutor ready to provide trusted explanations and study support Print books include a CourseConnect access code inside the front cover. Continuous Online Access is for the life of the product edition, plus one year.

About the Author

J. William Worden, PhD, ABPP, is a Fellow of the American Psychological Association and holds academic appointments at the Harvard Medical School and at the Rosemead Graduate School of Psychology in California. He is also Co-Principal Investigator of the Harvard Child Bereavement Study, based at the Massachusetts General Hospital. Recipient of 5 major NIH grants, his research and clinical work over 40 years has centered on issues of life-threatening illness and life-threatening behavior.