Accompanying Greg on the Journey Through Grief: A Case Study Exploring the Psycho-Spiritual Support and Care of a Young Man With Down Syndrome in the Aftermath of Traumatic Loss

In this documented case study, with its thick descriptions, the author explores and discusses her relationship with Greg, a young man with Down Syndrome, as he journeys through grief. In writing of her spiritual care, the author describes how she works with Greg, helping him to process his emotions,...

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Published in:Journal of disability & religion
Main Author: McLean, Gillian (Author)
Format: Electronic Article
Language:English
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Published: Taylor & Francis [2015]
In: Journal of disability & religion
Further subjects:B Grief
B psycho-therapy
B Intellectual disability
B Spiritual care
Online Access: Volltext (Verlag)
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Summary:In this documented case study, with its thick descriptions, the author explores and discusses her relationship with Greg, a young man with Down Syndrome, as he journeys through grief. In writing of her spiritual care, the author describes how she works with Greg, helping him to process his emotions, to develop new connections, and to move on and live in his grief. In return, Greg offered her guidance, gifting her with his presence, authenticity and an exuberant love of life.
ISSN:2331-253X
Contains:Enthalten in: Journal of disability & religion
Persistent identifiers:DOI: 10.1080/23312521.2015.1067158