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Impact of Pregnancy Loss on Psychological Functioning and Grief Outcomes.

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This article discusses the prevalence and timing of perinatal loss. The impact that perinatal grief has on psychological functioning is presented, including common grief reactions and the risk factors for… Click to show full abstract

This article discusses the prevalence and timing of perinatal loss. The impact that perinatal grief has on psychological functioning is presented, including common grief reactions and the risk factors for complicated grief. The ways that perinatal grief is processed by each parent and the impact that it has on the relationships is also discussed. The role of the health care professional is outlined and the process for them to assist grieving parents is outlined in 5 steps. The screening process and treatment of grieving parents is also presented.

Keywords: grief; pregnancy loss; psychological functioning; impact pregnancy

Journal Title: Obstetrics and gynecology clinics of North America
Year Published: 2018

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