They found that loss of their mother through separation or death doubles the risk of depressive and anxiety disorders in adult women. (simplypsychology.org)
The first, set in 1977, is told in text and follows Ben, who is grieving the sudden loss of his mother when he stumbles upon clues that point to his father's identity. (booklistonline.com)
Bowlby used the term maternal deprivation to refer to the separation or loss of the mother as well as the failure to develop an attachment. (simplypsychology.org)