Parents of a teenager recently diagnosed with serious mental illness express dismay.One parent says, "Our hopes for our child's future are ruined.We probably won't ever have grandchildren." The nurse should use interventions to assist with the parent's demonstration of what process?

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The parent's statement indicates feelings of loss and grief over the impact of their child's diagnosis on their future plans. This suggests that the parent is in a stage of mourning, and interventions should focus on addressing their grief and helping them process their feelings.

Parents of a Teenager Recently Diagnosed with Serious Mental Illness