If like me, you think the Link is the Dead theory is wrong, and one of the main reasons of that is that the 5
stages of grief theory itself is wrong, than you likely see this as some sort of confirmation of that end.
This workshop will provide caregivers with logical explanations
of attachment
theory, attachment patterns, children behavior,
stages of grief and loss and how it affects attachment, and interventions.
In summary, the 4 days mirror the content
of The KHU KIT and contains some
theories and tools designed to help adults reflect on their own
grief histories and processes; detailed information regarding each developmental
stage and relating concept
of death,
grief response and appropriate way to provide support; factual information about the most common contexts
of premature death in the Western Cape i.e. HIV and AIDS, TB, violence and road accidents, and the importance
of and how to convey this in an age appropriate way; advice about how to support bereaved children including the practicalities
of running
grief and loss support groups; a range
of simple physical therapies and techniques that can be used to de-stress and emotionally contain children and adults; specific examples
of activities and exercises designed to facilitate particular group and individual processes including e.g. feeling depressed, isolated, angry; and, finally, resources for referral.