A client is experiencing traumatic grief resulting from the suicide of a family member. In addition to the usual emotions experienced with bereavement and grief, which of the following would the person most likely exhibit? Select all that apply
A) Acceptance of the loss
B) Sense of rejection
C) Disgust
D) Stigmatization
E) Self-blame
Ans: B, D, E
Bereavement of family members for those who committed suicide seems to differ from bereavement related to other sudden deaths. Common experiences during the bereavement process of family members who committed suicide include stigmatization, shame, guilt, and a sense of rejection. The bereaved person may experience self-blame for contributing to the family member's death. Acceptance and disgust are least likely.
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