This course will address the theoretical framework of human loss and grief from culturally and philosophically diverse perspectives, as well as its implications to social work practice. Attention is focused on lifespan development and the meaning of death and loss at different ages. Various types of loss will be discussed from an individual, family, and socio/cultural perspective. Coping and resiliency in loss are explored, emphasizing the diversity of human response and focusing on the significance of social groups in integrating loss. Open to non-Social Work students with a minimum of 54 credit hours and with instructor permission [3 credits]
This course will address the theoretical framework of human loss and grief from culturally and philosophically diverse perspectives, as well as its implications to social work practice. Attention is focused on lifespan development and the meaning of death and loss at different ages. Various types of loss will be discussed from an individual, family, and socio/cultural perspective. Coping and resiliency in loss are explored, emphasizing the diversity of human response and focusing on the significance of social groups in integrating loss. Open to non-Social Work students with a minimum of 54 credit hours and with instructor permission [3 credits]
